Reflection and Recognition

...it just takes a few seconds...

Everyday, find something remarkable. Friend or foe. Good or bad. Regardless of what it is you believe in: flowers, trees, concrete, toenails, or pig's feet, be thankful. Stop at some point in your day and reflect. Give 3 positives for the one negative. Whisper "Thank You" while you're driving. Before you go to sleep, say "Thank You." Recognition makes a big difference in your experiences in life. My friends, acquaintances, allies, associates, etc. vary from Atheists to Catholics. Never do we step on one another's toes about who God is or what He can do.

Without the day's plots and storyline, where would you be? Who would you be?! Are you the main character? If so, do you like the limelight? Have you considered taking on a lesser role and giving someone else an opportunity to shine? As much as it pisses me off when someone says something out of pocket, or gets upset over something that's not going to change, I just have to say, "Thank You!" That day was not my day to shine. I can't get upset about it, but I can learn from it. I can be thankful for those that indirectly showed me how not to act. What not to say. How I should go about something.

Think of things that you desire, and do those things for others. I hate when people mean-mug. I always speak with a smile. I tell children they are beautiful and men, scrumptious. I compliment a woman on her skin, and even tell myself how much I love my weak right eye! I didn't get to hear too many positive things about myself as a child, and childhood affects adulthood. However, I don't let that anchor my progression. I've turned that one negative into many positives.

Stay positive and give thanks. He hears you and will answer. Not on your time, but on His.