Desert Diva

Showing Gratitude to the People Who Love You

1. Share a specific example of something they did for you and how it made a difference in your life.

2. Do something little but thoughtful for them—like clean up after Thanksgiving dinner!

3. Give a long, intimate hug; or if you know they don’t like hugs, stick out your hand for a handshake to cater to their preferences and make them smile.

4. Tell them you’re there if they have anything they want to talk about—and let them know they have your full attention.

5. Give them something of yours that you think they would enjoy, and let them know specifically why you want them to have it.

6. Invite them to do something you know they’ve always wanted to do.

7. Encourage them to try something you know they want to try, but haven’t yet because they’re scared.

8. Offer to do something you know they don’t enjoy doing, like organizing their closet or mowing their lawn.

9. Compliment them on a talent, skill, or strength that you admire.

10. Look them straight in the eyes and say, “You make the world a better place.”

Wisdom compliments of Tiny Buddha

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Sometimes, when I’m along I talk to myself.  Not a huge conversation, mind you – just a little “jump start” to get me going.  Other times, I talk to my dog Cali – mostly because she doesn’t talk back (for the most part).

Seriously, I had a crazy day at school today and lunched on hummus and pita crackers.  I left early (well, early for me) and decided to go to Golden Corral.  (OK, I KNOW that it’s not fine dining, but after 4:00 p.m. they have REAL roast turkey AND it’s quick and cheap.)

I sat down and started to eat while reading my messages on my Droid.  I heard a man at the table behind me have a “heated” conversation about Jimmy Hendricks, James Taylor, et. al.  When I turned around he was sitting alone and had two rather large bowls of lemon slices in front of him.

Questioning the staff, I learned he comes in daily and bothers no one.  However, he stays for quite awhile and engages in long conversations – with himself.

Apparently he can dress himself, get to the restaurant, pay for his meal, etc…  I “almost” turned around and confronted him.  However, not wanting to “create a scene” I didn’t.  However, what would I have said?  Doesn’t he know that it “looks” crazy to sit and have a lengthy conversation with oneself?

The staff “apologized” for him, but said they couldn’t do anything since he wasn’t bothering anyone.  I didn’t want them to do anything, it just made feel sad – and helpless…

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