Some days it’s hard to identify something for which to be grateful. The day is long, tough, or frustrating, and gratitude is not the top of the list. Some days it gets to the evening, and I have to stop and really think about it.

That’s when I think through my day and focus on the small things. A brilliant sunrise on the way to work with heavy clouds that seem close enough to touch. A good coffee. Laughter from coworkers teasing each other in the afternoon. Leftover Halloween candy. Happy puppy greetings after work. Impromptu dinner out with my guy.