Gratitude

The meanest floweret of the vale, The simplest note that swells the gale, The common sun, the air, the skies, To him are opening paradise.

His little, nameless, unremembered acts Of kindness and of love.

One misty, moisty morning, When cloudy was the weather, I chanced to meet an old man Clothed all in leather; He began to compliment, And I began to grin— “How do you do?” and “How do you do?” And “How do you do?” again!

But, dying, has made us rarer gifts than gold.

It is impossible to read the daily press without being diverted from reality. You are full of enthusiasm for the eternal verities life is worth living, and then out of sinful curiosity you open a newspaper. You are disillusioned and wrecked.

Most people I ask little from. I try to give them much, and expect nothing in return and I do very well in the bargain.

Live your life so that the fear of death can never enter your heart. When you arise in the morning, give thanks for the morning light. Give thanks for your life and strength. Give thanks for your food and for the joy of living. And if perchance you see no reason for giving thanks, rest assured the fault is in yourself. Tecumseh Shawnee Chief

When we do the best that we can, we never know what miracle is wrought in our life or in the life of another.

One repays a teacher badly if one always remains nothing but a pupil.

You pray in your distress and in your need; you might also pray in the fullness of your joy and in your days of abundance.

Should not the giver be thankful that the receiver received? Is not giving a need? Is not receiving mercy?

I would rather walk with a friend in the dark, than alone in the light.

Dan Chaucer, the first warbler, whose sweet breath Preluded those melodious bursts that fill The spacious times of great Elizabeth With sounds that echo still.

 

The memory of benefits is a frail defense against ingratitude.

If we should deal out justice only, in this world, who would escape? No, it is better to be generous, and in the end more profitable, for it gains gratitude for us, and love.

I wake at dawn with a winged heart and give thanks for another day of loving.

Compassion for our parents is the true sign of maturity.

He best can pity who has felt the woe.

Gratitude unlocks fullness of life. It imparts a sense of satisfaction and appreciation. In the meantime one should not forget that it is not only word or expression, but make it meaningful and to live up to expectations. Dr. Anil Kr Sinha

We love the things we love for what they are.

The more I give to thee, the more I have, for both are infinite.

What a wonderful life I've had! I only wish I'd realized it sooner.

Thou wert my guide, philosopher, and friend. 6

The greatest pleasure I know, is to do a good action by stealth, and to have it found out by accident.