What I know for Sure

I wanted to share a little gift that I have been giving some of my friends and family. I know I have already discussed my love for the amazing and brilliant Ms. Oprah Winfrey but I need to tell you all once again! Oprah's book "What I Know For Sure" was a wonderful read and it made me reflect on my life. The chapter that resonated in my heart was her chapter of "Gratitude." I attended an all girls private Catholic high school. I was fortunate enough to have been educated by some of the most brilliant, goal oriented, feminists in the area (did I mention that they were Nuns...) They told me that in the majority of prayers people ask for things. We ask for all kinds of things from peace to money but nevertheless we are usually making some sort of request. Instead, we should begin our prayers with "Thank You." I really can not describe it but I love that. Saying thank you means so much to others. It lets the people around you know you heard them, you appreciate them, and you acknowledge their efforts. Oprah talks about keeping a gratitude journal religiously for a decade. She would write five things from the day that she was thankful for- big or small. Feeling the need to give thanks, I too started keeping a journal. It has helped me to stay present throughout the day. I have come to appreciate drinking a cup of coffee to running around outside with the boys.

Now to the gift- I have learned that even though I will blog about this or I will tell my friends about journalling, it is hard to start sooooo I took it upon myself to pick up a few journals (pink of course) and give them to my friends and family. I hope that by giving them the tools they will embrace the exercise.

Quotation by Oprah Winfrey

This is my note.

What are five things you are thankful for today?