So I watched this video on YouTube today that got me thinking. It is a video by the fantastic channel, SoulPancake, about happiness. Yes, it is that simple. Happiness. You can watch it below.
The idea of gratefulness is not something that I act upon often but watching this video not only made me want to tell one person how I am grateful for them but every single person that I am grateful for. There are plenty of people, some that I call friends and some that I call family, that have blessed my life and have been there for me in some of my toughest times. As well as my God, who is all loving and forever forgiving, who has given me a life and a purpose. I often forget and take for granted how much each has affected me in such a tremendous way. I plan on doing what the video suggests but for more than one person. My plan is to write a paragraph for every friend/family member that has touched my life and has blessed me. To get things started off though, I will start with a blanket letter to cover everyone who has affected me.
Dear _____,
I am sincerely grateful for the time we spent together through my life. We may no longer be close as we once were but I look back at memories and I am glad that you were a part of my life. There was a reason you were there and there is plenty of time left for us to reconnect (hopefully). Whether you listened to me at key moments of my life and helped me get through some tough situations, included me in yours or both, I am who I am today because you were there when I needed you most. I hope that life is treating you well and that you have the support that everyone deserves. If you are reading this and you don't, I am there for you.
Thanks for everything and God Bless,
- Cody
