By Glenn Dromgoole

An Attitude of Gratitude:
appreciating what we have
rather than taking it for granted.

An Attitude of Gratitude:
finding time for a smile,
a thank you, a phone call, a note.

An Attitude of Gratitude:
reaching out  
with a helping hand. 

An Attitude of Gratitude:
making kindness
a priority.

An Attitude of Gratitude:
seeking out the joy in life
and embracing it.

An Attitude of Gratitude:
accepting the imperfections in others 
the way we hope they accept ours. 

An Attitude of Gratitude:
treating everyone 
with respect.

An Attitude of Gratitude:
walking through life
with a grateful spirit. 

Happy Thanksgiving!

Glenn Dromgoole’s latest book is A Few Encouraging Words. He and his wife Carol own Texas Star Trading Company in downtown Abilene.