Quotes On Thankfulness

Best Political Quotes of the Weekend

Miss the best of the political squabbling over the weekend? The Caucus has gathered up the best quotes for your reading pleasure.

1. Representative Michele Bachmann of Minnesota used news of the S.&P. downgrade to call for the resignation of Treasury Secretary Timothy F. Geithner , putting the blame for the credit rating slide on the shoulders of the administration. “I call on the president to seek the immediate resignation of Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner and to submit a plan with a list of cuts to balance the budget this year, turn our economy around and put Americans back to work,” she said in a statement on Saturday.

But if she thought that her words would move Mr. Geithner or his boss, President Obama , to accept her advice, she was mistaken. By Sunday, Mr. Geithner revealed that he had decided to stay on as Treasury secretary through the end of Mr. Obama’s term. “Secretary Geithner has let the president know that he plans to stay on in his position at Treasury,” Jenni LeCompte, a Treasury spokeswoman, said in a statement. “He looks forward to the important work ahead on the challenges facing our great country.”

2. Rick Perry , the Republican governor of Texas, is apparently poised to jump into the presidential contest. But his attention was on more spiritual matters on Saturday as he hosted his prayer event in Houston. In front of about 30,000 people in Reliant Stadium, Mr. Perry prayed for the nation, drawing criticism along the way from those who accused him of improperly mixing government and religion. “Lord, you are the source of every good thing,” Mr. Perry said. “You are our only hope, and we stand before you today in awe of your power and in gratitude for your blessings and humility for our sins. Father, our heart breaks for America. We see discord at home. We see fear in the marketplace. We see anger in the halls of government, and as a nation we have forgotten who made us, who protects us, who blesses us, and for that we cry out for your forgiveness.”

3. The Sunday talk shows featured criticism of Mr. Obama for the credit downgrade. Senator Lindsey Graham , Republican of South Carolina, was among the most colorful, saying that if the president “were in the Southeastern Conference, he would be fired as a coach. He would not have his contract renewed.” Mr. Graham added that Mr. Obama “is failing, and it’s not the Tea Party’s fault. What was hope and change is despair and confusion.

Quotes for Teaching Gratefulness in Homeschool: Using Words of ...

Gratitude isn't just a Thanksgiving thing. Teaching children to be appreciative is a year-round effort. Using quotes for teaching gratitude is one way to encourage an attitude of gratitude.

President Abraham Lincoln established Thanksgiving Day amidst the conflict of the Civil War, to give thanks for the founding of the nation. Teaching gratefulness however, is worthy of year-round attention.

Teaching gratitude is a worthwhile pursuit; positive psychology has established that people who are grateful are happier and more successful. Nagging children to sign thank-you cards doesn’t seem to do the trick. There are other ways to teach kids to be grateful.

Instead of practicing handwriting with random rows of a single letter, try using memorable quotes about thankfulness. Writing and reciting words of appreciation makes them part of a child's vocabulary. Try using copies of the handwriting practice in a thank-you card for birthday and holiday gifts.

Giving children thank-you cards for their positive actions and decisions is also effective. Praising every little thing might be counter-productive, but an occasional acknowledgement of gratitude, for all-around helpfulness or a pleasant disposition, can go a long way toward encouraging good behavior. Abraham Lincoln once said, “Don't worry when you are not recognized, but strive to be worthy of recognition.” Issuing a report card isn't a common occurance in many homeschools, but periodically issuing a statement of gratitude in praise of a child's efforts and achievements can be a confidence builder.

Having a shoebox of art supplies designated for making thank-you cards can help artistic or crafty children embrace the idea of frequent displays of gratitude. Print several quotes about gratitude from your home printer. Use them in blank greeting cards and encourage children to decorate homemade thank-you cards for relatives. Stickers, markers, ribbons and scrapbooking supplies are fun to work with. Children who enjoy creating art projects will be proud to present their heartfelt thank-you cards.

Writing in a gratitude journal is a way to train the mind to constantly look for reasons to be grateful. Make a habit of keeping a gratitude journal and encourage children to record things they are grateful for. Discussions surrounding the positive aspects of life and especially seemingly negative situations help children learn to focus their minds on the good things.

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