Card for Thursday, December 18, 2014

I apologize for not doing a card since Monday.  It's been crazy hectic at work and and home!  Not sure it's going to any better any time soon, but know that I will post when I can.

Appreciation and gratitude are important components to spiritual development. There is beauty in those who find the value in everyone and everything, and it is also important to see our own efforts, and to acknowledge our own contributions and progress.

Love blossoms with appreciation, and intimacy grows deeper when we know we are seen and valued. Our hearts never tire of receiving appreciation. Appreciation has the ability to turn sour situations around, to uplift us, to empower us, and to inspire us into positive action.

Appreciation can be expressed in many different ways - a hug, a special gift, verbal acknowledgement, saying thank you…etc. Appreciation is greatly enhanced when we give others specific reasons for our gratitude. It is nice to hear, “thank you for being my friend”, but hearing the specific reason like, “I really felt cared about when you took the time today to listen to my problem”, can add richness to the other person’s life, and give them an understanding of what their unique contributions are. Open your eyes to see one another in a fresh light, and notice the abundance and contributions around you.

The card Appreciation reminds you of the importance of making statements of appreciation and to share your appreciation in some visible way. Each small act or words of gratitude, re-ignites the warmth in our hearts and in the hearts of others. People who show appreciation enhance their relationships and create a world that is continually rewarding!

I love this card.  Appreciation truly changes the energy around you.  You could start off the day badly.. but you can turn it around by breathing and then start being grateful.  So you stub your big toe, so you after you get done saying "ouch" stop and think at least it's not broken.  I can move on with my day knowing that the bad just came out and I'm appreciative of the good to come.

I pulled another card as well and the message was Drink Water.  Eat foods that contain water like veggies and fruits.  This is an important message - especially right now.  It's the season of all the "goodies".  I believe still having them, but in moderation.  (that way you can have all year ;)  ) 

So be appreciative that we have food to eat and drink water to help keep your body flushed and help with your energy -- it appears we're going to need it :D