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A Prelude to Thanksgiving - A New Way to Think about a "Prayer"

LisaAnn Donegan - Sunday, November 21, 2010
While some may not like the word "prayer", my personal definition has less to do with a belief in God or Spirit than it has to do with a deep connection in my heart and soul that often ends up with a feeling of superb gratitude, an earnest request on behalf of myself or another that is released into the universe...or simply that great sense of peace and love I feel each time I silence myself, connect with my breath and "pray".  So with Thanksgiving approaching, I began to think about how to celebrate, and I was reminded of a quote by Meister Eckhart:  "If the only prayer you said in your whole life was, "thank you," that would suffice. "  I just love it! 

So a simple suggestion to for both myself and you...take time this week to connect to all that which you are grateful for.  Then offer a sincere "thank-you", whether it be for a specific act, or simply for the importance a special person has in your life.  Do this with as many people as you can!  The very act of "thanking" someone is not only a prayer, but also a blessing you bestow on someone.  As you thank and bless another, so are you blessed.  Have a lovely week my friends and thank-you for encouraging me to write and share from my heart.
Comments
Marta commented on 22-Nov-2010 09:32 AM
This is very beautiful, LisaAnn!

Thank you for sharing and helping to remind us of what is important~


Thank you, Thank you!

Love,
Marta
Rosy White commented on 22-Nov-2010 12:09 PM
Thank YOU! Have a wonderful holiday.

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