I read a quote from Yoko Ono this morning that’s lingering in my mind. Speaking about her life with John Lennon, she said, “We just accepted what was there for us and lived in grace and appreciation.”
Appreciation. Thankfulness. Gratitude. Powerful words that have the ability to transform our lives.
My story A Wedding and Funeral has been included in the recently released book, Chicken Soup the Soul: The Power of Gratitude.
The story chronicles a memorable day in which my husband and I attended the funeral of a young man who overdosed on his depression medication; and a wedding for longtime single friend who finally said yes to love.
Most days aren’t filled with such epic events, but every day offers us a chance to breathe in grace and breath out appreciation.
Gratitude. It’s powerful.
Cindy Hval 