2020 Home for the Holidays

2020 Home for the Holidays LINCOLN DAILY NEWS November 25, 2020 Page 11 When you thank the bank teller or the grocery clerk for doing their job, you are acknowledging that the person is worthwhile, has value in your life, and offers you something you cannot do yourself. And, here’s a big one. Now that you know what it is like to be mom or dad plus a teacher and principal, do you not have a greater appreciation for those who choose to be teachers and principals? Have you told them so? Now that you know our local businesses can be closed in the wink of an eye, have you thanked them for being open? Yes, we expect them to thank us when we buy and pay for items, but how nice would it be for them if you also said thank you? We all need to be appreciated and in order to be appreciated, someone has to be grateful. For today, and perhaps for your New Year resolution, why not try to show your appreciation more often? Why not try to have an attitude of gratitude, and just see where it takes you? We’ll leave you with this poem, the jest of the concept in a little rhyming nutshell. An Attitude of Gratitude By Jann Rau Choose an attitude of Gratitude. Apply throughout the day. With an attitude of Gratitude Things will flow your way. Give thanks for things that happen. Appreciate experiences anew. Look to your inner guidance To tell you what to do. If you focus on the positive Even though you’re feeling bleak An amazing thing will happen To your mind within a week. You will see the brighter side Your spirits they will lift. Then you’ll realize you have inside A most amazing gift. Life is full of challenges Sometimes they’re big, sometimes they’re small. When you train your mind to see the best You will find your way through all. Be gentle and persistent, Tell your mind you are aware To learn new skills may take some time But you need never fear. Continued n