Being thankful implies there is someone or something
to be thankful to--as in a higher power, a supernatural being. And when people
begin to think in that manner, it implies that that hypothetical being has been
especially favorable to them by providing these things, perhaps to them rather
than someone else (perhaps to their family, their co-religionists, their
country).
However, I see a slight, but significant
difference in being grateful. I can be grateful for what I have because of my good luck
or my hard work, the vagaries of the natural lottery--being born in the time
and place and to the family that I was with a gene code that gives me certain
advantages and presents certain challenges. And I am. Grateful. I have a
wonderful life. And I am grateful that you are my friend and are willing to
read this and click like. For what it's worth. Happy
Gratefulbeing. Eat turkey (or tofu). Watch football. Read a book. Hug your
family and friends.
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