#GiveThanks: Day Seven

Day Seven: The Little Things

I am currently sitting at my desk counting down the minutes to Thanksgiving break. I do not have a lot to do at work today, so the "mindless scroll" it is. This is never a great idea, and in an online world where most of my followees have already started their long weekend this time-passing tactic is especially counterproductive. So, as an alternative, I am here trying to distract myself from my go-to method of distraction. Fortunately I still have one day left of #givethanks, so this ought to pass the time somewhat.

Remember that weird song that Bing Crosby sings in White Christmas about counting blessing instead of sheep? Well, my version of that song is a little different. It goes something like this:

When you're at work

and cannot leave

just count your blessings

...instead of the minutes until Thanksgiving break

Ha! Do you like it? Sure the rhyme scheme is a bit off, but it's art! *wink*

All joking aside, today I wanted to write a list of the little things that I am grateful for. I am out of the habit of doing this regularly, but it is something that has helped me in the past and a practice that is worth reviving. I challenge you, whoever you are and whatever mood you are in, to take a few minutes of your day to write down things you are grateful for. If you need a place to start, feel free to cheat off of mine.

Maybe you found inspiration from the list above, and maybe you didn't. Regardless, I hope your well-deserved long weekend doesn't end too soon. May your belly be full and may the political talk be avoided. Happy Thanksgiving!