Julia K Cole

Well folks, it's that time a year again!  And for those new to this little exercise, here's a little FYI:  It all started back when psychic medium John Edward was doing his TV show Crossing Over.  At the end of the show his parting words were take time to Communicate, Appreciate and Validate those in your life.  He said other stuff after that, but I don't remember what it was.  *BIG Smile*    But the phrase Communicate, Appreciate and Validate is the catch phrase from psychic medium John Edward.  So here's a little ™  and a HUGE Thanks to Johnny!   At any rate, that catch phrase really struck a chord with me.  In fact, it is the inspiration and motivation behind this blog and all those other blogs and posts on various social network I've done over the years.   And too, I always make a new sig tag for the occasion.  Like the one you'll see at the end of this blog.   Now the reason for me doing this is partly for my...

Today, I will share with you a few of the things I am thankful for.  These things come from my Things I am Thankful For list.  Which I do daily.   Why?  Because every day is a day of giving thanks.  Yea, laugh and mock if you will. I know how corny it sounds.  But it's my personal belief, my way of life and how I roll.   That's my story and I'm sticking to it. So why make a list?   Helps me from leaving anything out for starters.  More importantly, it puts things in perspective.   Having a literal list allows me to actually see how much there is to be thankful for.    Speaking of which, there is so much we all take for granted.  So much we don't even think about because we're so use to having it around.  You know like running water, indoor plumbing, electricity; having a stove and refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker.  A bed, a pillow, sheets and blankets.  To name a few.      And yes! ...

  The Gratitude Gap™ happens when we fail to express appreciation for the goodness in our lives. The Gratitude Gap™  occurs when we show lack to no appreciation for the challenges, problems and pain that comes into our lives. The Gratitude Gap™ takes place whenever we show a lack of appreciation. * Lack of appreciation for things ... great or small; * Lack of appreciation of the painful things; * Lack of appreciation for anything and/or anyone we may dislike or causes us pain. The Gratitude Gap™ isn't about liking or loving everything and everyone. It's about showing appreciation for the gifts EVERYONE and EVERYTHING brings into our lives. Situations, words and deeds that enrich us in ways we never believed possible. No matter how painless or how painful they may be. Bottom line... The Gratitude Gap™ is about being thankful for every single opportunity to learn and to grow past our own short-comings. Gratitude strengthens our emotional, mental and spirit...