Daily Question, April 28 What services did an anonymous stranger provide me today? 13 Reflections Share Click here to cancel reply.Please log in or Create a Profile to post a comment. Notify me when someone replies to my comment via e-mail. KC7 years agoKC…the heat in our home, the house that was built over 80 years ago, those who designed, built, transported, delivered, sold the comfy sofa I sit on, those who grew the coffee and all who brought it to the shelf at the store, the makers of my favourite mug, those who pruned the trees out the front window. Mother Nature for the bright pink cherry blossoms in full splendour! The gratefulness team, and all who share their precious time, energy and thoughtful words here daily! ????????????… 1 Reply Dave Mac7 years agoDave MacI read this yesterday after I woke up in the morning and could not think straight. I went to Mass and thought about this question. As I slept there was a great number of people that I don't know who were providing me comfort and peace. I slept in a warm house with gas provided by the workers at the gas company, to make sure that I was safe the fire department was on duty as was the police department. I know if I or members of my family were sick during the night there were doctors and nurses... I read this yesterday after I woke up in the morning and could not think straight. I went to Mass and thought about this question. As I slept there was a great number of people that I don’t know who were providing me comfort and peace. I slept in a warm house with gas provided by the workers at the gas company, to make sure that I was safe the fire department was on duty as was the police department. I know if I or members of my family were sick during the night there were doctors and nurses on duty to assist us. And if needed a cab or uber driver to get us to the hospital. And half way around the world in places I have never been there were people saying prayers in their places of worship or their private homes, praying for peace, praying that we all be united in love. There were merchant marine personnel transporting the goods that we all use, There are at every moment of our existence people all over the world who are contributing to our lives in ways that we don’t know about. We can’t live without each other. Thank you for this question, it made me just start to think about something that we take for granted. Read More1 Reply Ben7 years agoBenI think mostly of the food I’m eating for breakfast – who farmed it, who drove it to the coop where I bought it, who works at the coop. I also think of this house I’m in, the people who built it who are no longer alive, the electricity that made it possible to cook my food and the people who maintain that electrical grid. I also think of the earth and what anonymous soil grew this food, and what anonymous plants the seeds came from, and the anonymous sunlight and rain that nourished them... I think mostly of the food I’m eating for breakfast – who farmed it, who drove it to the coop where I bought it, who works at the coop. I also think of this house I’m in, the people who built it who are no longer alive, the electricity that made it possible to cook my food and the people who maintain that electrical grid. I also think of the earth and what anonymous soil grew this food, and what anonymous plants the seeds came from, and the anonymous sunlight and rain that nourished them. And I’m with others here offering gratitude for those who created and maintain this website! Thank you 🙂 Read More4 Reply Aine7 years agoAineI am especially thankful for the person who made my fleece sweater. The weather is capricious right now, and this morning is just cool enough to need it. Aaahhhhh! I think about these folks, sometimes, all the way on the other side of the world, often working under appalling conditions for low wages so that the people above them can prosper...and I can have my sweater. When this comes to mind, I say a little prayer for the people who made my bit of clothing and ask for their burden to be eased ... I am especially thankful for the person who made my fleece sweater. The weather is capricious right now, and this morning is just cool enough to need it. Aaahhhhh! I think about these folks, sometimes, all the way on the other side of the world, often working under appalling conditions for low wages so that the people above them can prosper…and I can have my sweater. When this comes to mind, I say a little prayer for the people who made my bit of clothing and ask for their burden to be eased and life improved. Read More6 Reply kathleen7 years agokathleenSomeone grew and harvested my breakfast. Then it was shipped and sold to me. Someone a long time ago built my house. I benefit from people all over the globe really as I spend my day today. Right now the computer I use was invented and manufactured where? This web site also created and maintained by people that I have never met. I am so thankful. 5 Reply Anita7 years agoAnitaThe day has just begun, however, those who create this site, pose the questions, provide the word(s) for the day are anonymous to means I thank each of you. May you know today and all days that your gifts of time and heart are spreading seeds of Gratitude and Kindness. Thank you. ???? 4 Reply Aine7 years agoAineI agree! 1 Reply Michael7 years agoMichaeldifferent “strangers” yesterday. be polite and helpful in the grocery store. exchange good mornings and smiles. ask about the meaning of + > ÷ on my t shirt n engage in a brief discussion. 3 Reply Michael7 years agoMichaelOur interconnectivity is endless, anonymous or otherwise. Smiles all around as we service one another! 2 Reply Christina7 years agoChristinaA smile as we pass by. 2 Reply Palm7 years agoPalmOn holiday today and at home, I called the vaccinations rooms today as my daughter is due again, the lady patiently took the time to spell and repeat the complicated names of the vaccines for me 3 Reply Kevin7 years agoKevinIt was only 4:20 AM when I first read this question. I hope not to receive any services from any stranger at this hour of the day! But I get the question. I find it exhilarating to meet a new person for the first time whether or not they do something for me. That person becomes an acquaintance and perhaps eventually a friend. If we think about it, that simple human transaction alone becomes a blessing and gift shared between one and the other. – Kevin 6 Reply Deb Waites7 years agoDeb WaitesToday was my last time to swim in the ocean in Hawaii before we go back to Duluth, MN (where snow still hangs around). As I was bobbing in the water, a fellow swimmer was bobbing about, too, and we visited awhile. I do not know her name or much, but the encounter was a reminder we are all living and carrying various burdens and yet appreciate the tender mercies of a pleasant few moments before we move on. 5 Reply My Private Gratitude Journal Write an entry in your private gratefulness journal Get Started This site is brought to you by A Network for Grateful Living, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All donations are fully tax deductible in the U.S.A. CONTRIBUTE https://demo.gratefulness.org/content/uploads/2015/03/GX-Gold-Participant-L.png Community Engagement Guidelines Privacy Policy [email protected] Connect with us on Social Media: © 2000 - 2024, A Network for Grateful Living Website by Briteweb
