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Thoughts on Gratitude and Appreciation
Nov 27, 2013 Quotes

Thoughts on Gratitude and Appreciation

During this time of thanksgiving many people take the opportunity to express gratitude and appreciation to the people in their lives and for what they have as well. When we express gratitude or appreciation it’s good to remember to be specific. For instance, instead of saying “thank you for being in my life”, you could consider saying “thank you for being in my life and always inspiring me to be a...

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    May 8, 2013

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    Lesson Noted, Lesson Learned

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    Give a Fish or Teach to Fish

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