A grateful heart is a happy heart!

The other day I was on Twitter  and came across @garyhgoodridge and he tweets “Remember the days you prayed for the things you have now.”  This absolutely struck a chord and got me thinking. Why do I feel like I’m on fast-forward mode most of the time, I’m so guilty of missing moments. How about you?

This tweet got me thinking in so many levels, starting with our home. How could I forget how my husband and I prayed and hoped for it; the timing had to be right because we had other family obligations and a wedding to plan. Now I find myself screaming at the mess and all the work that comes with it, forgetting how grateful we were the day we signed the papers — to say it was ours. Forgetting the amazing time we have had gathering with family and friends, how our children giggle and play hide-and-seek within it.

We can be transformed, the instant we acknowledge that we have so much to be thankful for. I’m hoping this free gratitude cards can be used at your thanksgiving dinner, it would be wonderful to encourage gratitude in this fast-paced world. Pass on kindness and goodness.

I got this idea when a friend shared that her children left special messages for their guests one thanksgiving dinner. The warm smiles and positive conversation, was something  she was proud to share. Imagine setting this tone at your dinner party.

Once you’ve downloaded the Word template, simply type in your guests names on each, print on cardstock and cut them out (colour would  be best).

Delight your guests by writing a special messages on each, leave room for others to add too. I suggest placing these in a high-traffic area after dinner (by the desserts would work =D) and encourage your other guests to write in them too. Everyone can take theirs home and read it after the party while enjoying leftovers. :). Just my suggestions,  I’m  sure you’ll come up with wonderful ways this would work for your guests.

1. You always know what to say.
2. You always save me the last piece of pie.
3. Even if we don’t see each other, we can pick up right where we left off.
4. You are so thoughtful and kind
5. You help out your brother and sister.

Have Fun! A grateful heart is a happy heart!

To download this free template now, click here.