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Thursday, 1 August 2013

Thankful Thursday

Last night I read Jaz's Thankful Thursday post.  Written in New Zealand it appeared before I went to bed on Wednesday.  I thought that Jaz's words were perfect and I am - absolutely unashamedly - not just going to re-direct you to her post here (where you will see her the photo she used as well) but I am going to repeat her words which I could not hope to better:

Today I am thankful for all expressions of love and care.

Family that pull together and friends that become family.
Being thankful is about taking stock.
I look around me and feel a whole lot of kindness.
As I have said to my children for ever it's what you do and say that REALLY counts. If it aint kind, then don't!

Thankful Thursday everyone!
Jaz x

Posted by Graham Edwards at 10:03
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12 comments:

  1. VirginiaC1 August 2013 at 11:39

    I couldn't have said it any better...true deep emotional words.
    I totally agree...if it ain't kind, don't do or say it. Words to live by everyday.

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  2. Canadian Chickadee1 August 2013 at 18:49

    What a wonderful philosophy. And I love the line, "Being thankful is about taking stock." Because, as the man I used to work for was fond of saying, "Things could always be worse!"

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    1. VirginiaC2 August 2013 at 11:12

      My father's favourite words.."It could be worse" very philosophical but true. That's how I face up to most of my problems, his words ringing in my ears.

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    2. Graham Edwards3 August 2013 at 00:27

      I used to use the phrase my Dad used 'Things could always be worse at sea." I stopped using it though when a close friend pointed out that she didn't like it 'cos her Dad worked on the liner Queen Mary.

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  3. Jaz from Treacy Family2 August 2013 at 02:32

    Thank you GB
    You always make me blush with pride. I'm glad you like my words. I mean everyone one of them too.
    Jaz x

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    1. Graham Edwards3 August 2013 at 00:28

      You are very welcome Jaz 'cos you have given me so much inspiration by example over the last few years.

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  4. Scriptor Senex2 August 2013 at 06:18

    Excellent. Well done Jaz and well done GB for copying them.

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    1. Scriptor Senex2 August 2013 at 06:25

      In case anyome is wondering how to comment on Jaz's blog - you left click on the post itself and an opportunity to comment appears. (I didn't realise that until today)

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    2. Graham Edwards3 August 2013 at 00:29

      Thanks CJ. I always manage to get there but by luck or a much more more circuitous route.

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  5. Librarian2 August 2013 at 08:00

    Very true words! I join the list of those signing them.

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