by Lydia Rule, RTF Staff Writer

Thankfulness is knowing that you don’t have much, but that you have enough.

Thankfulness is accepting your physical flaws, and realizing that you could have more.

Thankfulness is dealing with emotional wounds, and joyfully trusting that God knows what life experiences you will need later down the road.

Thankfulness is eating a turkey, and being grateful for the many weeks of turkey and tuna salad sandwiches that follow.

Thankfulness is washing the many dishes that made it possible to enjoy a meal with your family and friends.

Thankfulness is an attitude you force into your life because it doesn’t come naturally.

Thankfulness is a way of living that changes your perspective—completely.

Bio: Lydia Rule is thankful for her book that is soon-to-be-released, her family, church, and even the leaves threatening to cover her entire backyard.