30 days of gratitude: Day 1
gratitude takes
practice
it’s not all easy
or effortless
but today
I give thanks
for spring
for the softness
and delicate curve
of the petals
for the color yellow
and the green of
growing things
for the scent of blossoms
filling my nose
and for her
for relationships
even when they require
work
because just like gratitude
love is not
always effortless
and like growth
love is not always simple
but love
given and received
openly
is far more beautiful
than this flower
And what better way
To begin the practice
of being grateful
than to acknowledge the blessing
of love.
beautiful.
Comment by Janet — 03.07.09 @ 6:40:28