Look around you – what do you have in your life that you could be grateful for?  A special friend- did someone remember you on Valentines? Did you have a laugh with someone? Do you have a job that you like or that pays you well? Do parts of your body still work well? Did you see the beautiful sunrise? Did you enjoy a fresh cool glass of water? Did you hear your favorite song on the radio? Did someone test you or email you just wondering how you are? Did you drive on the street without anyone honking their horns? Did a child give you a sweet smile or engage you in the exciting parts of their life- like seeing a magpie flying by. Did someone tell you that they loved you? Is there a favorite cup sitting on your desk? Are you going home to a great home cooked meal?

What did you do that could be considered a blessing to others- did you give a few dollars to the homeless person who asked. Did you cheer up a friend who was down? Did you give someone a break in traffic? Did you smile at someone who was cheered up by you? Did you call a friend who is having a bad stretch? What is the best thing that you can do that would be considered a blessing by you? Have you done it lately?

We are so fortunate to be alive, to be here, to be able to give and receive blessings. Take five minutes each day to remember that!  Count your blessings – one by one.