A Thanks....giving Thought.

Have you noticed that more and more people forget to say “Thank you”?   Well, I have noticed this lately……even for simple acts of kindness. I notice this with young children, as well as senior citizens and I really don't understand it.  These two words mean a lot to the person that did something kind for you.  It’s not that they did the act of kindness expecting a thank you, but it sure warms the heart of the person that performed the act of kindness for you.

When I was a child we were taught to write thank you letters to relatives for our various Christmas and birthday gifts. We were taught to help others and to use good manners at all times.  I raised my kids to appreciated everything that is done for them as well as, taking the time and effort to thank others.  Now, I know making the effort to say thank you via letters or cards isn’t something many still practice.  I get that times have changed......I do....but how about just saying thank you.  Pick up the phone, text, email or whatever it takes.

I don't know, but maybe people are reluctant to give thanks or appreciation as it makes them feel obligated to others, or makes them feel less self sufficient.  I know that sounds a bit weak, but then again, I have also been told that I make excuses for people.

We tend not to always notice all the positive things in our life –  they slide out of our mind as if  they were Teflon. Whereas anything negative clings to our memory like Velcro. 

I don’t mean to sound negative during this time of year, but it’s been getting to me. I know we have been hit hard as a society regarding the economy as well as just trying to keep things together in our careers, schooling and personal life.  I think it's more importantly now, more then ever, to be kind and thoughtful to each other. Thanking someone for holding the door for you, or if someone helps you with your groceries just seams the right thing to do. So, why not just say thank you. That’s all we need to do. 

I know if your reading this post, you are reading my blog, and for that I want to "Thank You".

                                                     

Enjoy your Thanksgiving Holiday !