It’s November 1st and now that Halloween is behind us many have moved on to Christmas. Radio stations have started playing Christmas carols and Christmas movies and specials are playing on TV. I have heard that some people are putting up their Christmas trees and other decorations now that November is here.
I love Christmas. I love everything about it (except the push of buying more, more, more). I started my Christmas shopping months ago and have begun making Christmas gifts. BUT I fear in the excitement of Christmas only a few weeks away we will overlook the season of thanks that comes with Thanksgiving.
As the years go by I realize how blessed I am.
Life has its challenges, but is also filled with so many good things.
Too often I forget to look at my day through eyes of thanks. Our culture seems to push our focus towards the negative. It makes it easy to see what’s wrong with life (and people) and harder to see what is good. When I focus on being grateful instead of critical I find more peace in my puzzle of life.
So….
For the month of November I’m going to choose thanks. Each day I’m going to share something I’m thankful for through a photo or thought.
I’m also going to make a point to thank someone for what they do and/or their impact on my life. 
I invite you to join me! On Facebook or Instagram let’s use #choosethanks to connect with others who are sharing things for which they are thankful.
I know this is not an original thought or activity. But the more we can flood our environment with positive, thankful thoughts and images the more we will be encouraged and perhaps encourage others to live a life of gratitude.
Will you Choose Thanks with me this November?
blessings and peace…and thanks for all of you!
Paula
Paula Davis 