Tag: gratitude

Happiness, Life lessons, Self care

What gifts do you have?

Posted on

We all have those negative voices in our head that can bring us down. “Why did I do that?” “What am I doing and does it even matter?” “Why does life have to be so hard sometimes?”

These are the days that we have to remember all of the gifts we have. There’s nothing like gratitude to help us see just how fortunate we are and how precious life can be. From having a place to live to hearing a bird singing in a tree, the list can be long. Some things I can think of are spending time with family and friends, being able to go for a nice walk in the park, and living in one of the best states in the country (I never get tired of sunshine and mountains).

Today, as you’re taking a shower, getting ready for the day, or grabbing your cup of coffee or tea, think about the gifts that you have. And remember, you are unique and special – you are a gift to others too.

Photo courtesy of Asenat29.

Travel

Have You Thanked Your Flight Attendant Lately?

Posted on

FlightCrew

I just returned from two back to back trips with a mere two days in between. This last trip reminded me a bit of the film, “The Sure Thing,” in which John Cusack endures an arduous journey filled with trials. My trip included long periods of sitting on the plane waiting for de-icing or simply to take off, running frantically through airports to catch connections (a good way to find out you’re out of shape, by the way), bouts of hunger, cold, thirst and long lines.

However, I realized something as I was flying home: there were SO many people working to get me to my destination. From customs agents to baggage handlers, air traffic controllers, mechanics, ground crew, flight attendants and more. Even folks that made and sold me sandwiches to stash in my bag or who cleaned the airports were helping make my journey safe and pleasant.

I witnessed countless acts of kindness, patience and understanding. So I’d like to say, “Thank you” to the staff of US Airways, Air Canada, United Airlines, and the airports in Denver, Philadelphia, Toronto and New York. Your hard work did not go unnoticed.

Photo courtesy of Jetstar Airways.