Call Your Mom and tell her "Thanks!"

You know, everyone has a story, and not everyone has had an idyllic childhood.  But, please catch the spirit of the message

Gratitude is powerful

Find something to thank your Mom for.  Find something to thank someone for.  No man is an island, we have an impact on --  and are impacted by others profoundly.  Whether it's something BIG, something little.  Life is so short and goes by so fast -- especially once you hit 40. (I hit 40-several years ago-- and it smacked me back pretty hard!)  Anyway, that little word "thanks" is powerful.  The whole world opens up when you focus beyond yourself--it is amazing. 

It's more than a random act of kindness--it's a lovefest of good feelings, goosebumps and making the world a better place.   The big "G" is for Gratitude. 

The big "A" is for "Appreciation."  Think about it, when something "appreciates" it means it becomes more valuable.  Hmmmmm...food for thought...eh?