Grateful for Kind Thoughts.

One of the reasons why I always include emails, letters, good thoughts in my gratitude list is because I appreciate very much any words of kindness that people send my way. You see, it is so easy to say something negative about someone. So when people are being kind, I am thankful.

All of us, I guess, have been victims of backbiting and rudeness. I know how it feels to be recipient of such unkindness. This is why, kind words mean a lot to me. It has been a deliberate choice on my part to form close friendships only with the kindest, gentlest people. I find it vexation to the spirit to be with people who have nothing but unkind words towards others.

My friend E wrote me last week, in part, she said:
'thanks, most of all, for taking a brighter and kinder view of me, first and foremost, before making any judgement. and thanks for speaking your mind, and just shining through for me...'

M sent me a message last Christmas that among her friends, I am 'the bestest one of all.'

Amanda left this as a reply to my FB status:
'You are the goddess of goodness.'

I'm not, but having someone say that still warms the heart.

My sister Dionne has been very supportive, she agreed to do the shoot even when she was sick. I texted her to thank her for what she did for me. She replied:
'Don't mention it, Ate. I know you would do it for me with no hesitation as well.'

And oh, I love the pictures she took of me! She's good at finding the right angle so I would look a bit small. Haha.

And then there's CBB who told me many times (I could no longer count):

'You have the softest heart.'

I have received so many emails, letters, messages and just random kindness from family, friends, and strangers.

I am very grateful.