Note to Self: Learn to say “Thank You” more. In words. On notes and cards. In posts. On phone calls. Gratitude lifts the eyes and the heart upward and outward. It reinforces happiness, or sparks it if it lacks. It constructs contentment, and celebrates one’s fortunes, not lingering upon deficits. And it reminds us that others make us better, stronger, wiser, more whole people, just as we have a hand in helping make others’ lives better if we want to. Gratitude reminds us that around us is grace and good, and despite appearances, everything is going to work out in love.