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Posted By: Val (Moderator) on 11/21/2006 10:46 AM (CST) 500 Points
Hi gang. I was just reading Ann's "A Note to Readers" in this morning's issue of MarketingProfs Today. It made me feel all warm and cheery to see my colleagues' inventory of things they are grateful for.

See today's newsletter here:
http://www.marketingprofs.com/webnews/6/news11-21-06_0.asp

Then I thought: "Why not go bigger? Let's make a LONGER list of people/events/circumstances/stuff that make us feel good?" The more, the merrier. It's bound to be inspiring. We'll create a VORTEX of positive energy!

OK, maybe I'm getting a little carried away. ;)

But please play along. Share a couple of things you're thankful for. I know it sounds like a silly exercise. But once a year really isn't too often to reflect on those things that make us happy. And remember, reflecting on them is usually enough to generate ANOTHER big dose of happiness all by itself. :)

Best,

Val

Posted by: kathleen* Accepted Answer
11/21/2006 11:25 AM (CST)
Great idea Val! I am thankful for the ongoing product development of MarketingProfs because it allows us to deliver the best product in the market to our readers and corporate clients! I’m also thankful for my dog Bentley, because he makes me laugh when no one else can (that’s what basset hounds do best) and my horse Galahad because he allows me to love on him and enjoy the outdoors.
 
Posted by: proeditor Accepted Answer
11/21/2006 3:48 PM (CST)
"We'll create a VORTEX of positive energy!" Yes, great idea!

I am thankful for the loves I have in my life:

My 83-year-old mother who was 3 months away from dying of cancer 2 years ago and is now healthy and living independently.

My 3 sisters and 1 brother. My dad's death and my mom's illness brought us even closer than ever. Our parents taught us to stick together (though miles apart), and they gave us the gift of laughter.

My husband and my 20-year-old daughter. A little family, big on love.

My sister-in-law who is like a sister to me.

Our Welsh Terriers who give us unconditional love and make us laugh every day.

-- May you all have a loving holiday season,
karen

 
Posted by: darcy.moen Accepted Answer
11/21/2006 4:43 PM (CST)
I'm thankful for:

- health
- ideas
- opportunity
- and the ability to to persue all three above.

I'm also thankful for MarketingProfs, their blogs, their forums, and all the people who meet here to exchange questions and answers, build upon ideas and concepts, and the fellowship that has evolved over the years from Marketing Profs.

I'm also thankful for my wife, my kids, my family, my extended family, and all the customers out there (prospective and current).

Have a happy turkey day, and be well.

Darcy Moen
Customer Loyalty Network
 
Posted by: Amy Madsen* Accepted Answer
11/22/2006 2:19 AM (CST)
i'm thankful for this fantatistic knowledge exchange. it's a great work break!!!!!
 
Posted by: shghosh Accepted Answer
11/22/2006 2:19 AM (CST)
Am thankful for having family to love and accept me. Having control of my senses and having a job that even if does not satisfy me- at least pays me the money that allows me to pursue activities that do.
 
Posted by: KathySmithFilms* Accepted Answer
11/22/2006 4:29 AM (CST)
I am thankful for beautiful moments in my existence & friends.
Artists believe that by using what they know about aesthetics, beauty and truth they can help themselves and others with the problems of living. 

An imagination captured by art is immune to much of that ordinary discouragement and purposelessness that everyone feels from time to time.  Witness the latest hit film which, for days in advance created mammoth anticipation, hope and interest.  Millions flock to enjoy works of art which make them feel part of something, help them imagine different, more purposeful and effective living, or just help them reject, as with laughter, the evil and unpleasantness of the world.

And of course, that we are able to help expand through Marketing Profs to make the world a better place, is an amazing communication tool.
Thank you staff,
Kathy Smith
 
Posted by: acolina* Accepted Answer
11/22/2006 8:25 AM (CST)
I am thankful for Life and all it comes along with it!!! :)
 
Posted by: Sharon Accepted Answer
11/22/2006 9:04 AM (CST)
I am thankful I don't get asked this question every year. Oh the pressure!
OK, I'm thankful for working with colleagues who challenge me, make me laugh, and get (most of) my jokes. I'm thankful that MarketingProfs is pioneering, so my job is never boring. And I'm very thankful for my close friends and family, who no matter how much I ignore them, they are all still there for me when I need them. How great is that?
 
Posted by: Chrissie Accepted Answer
11/22/2006 10:14 AM (CST)
I am thankful for family. Two deaths have happened in my family this year, a grandmother and a cousin. This really isn't a cherry subject, but be thankful for your family. Spend as much time with them as possible. The holidays may be the last time you see them.
 
Posted by: cate Accepted Answer
11/22/2006 1:58 PM (CST)
At the moment, I am thankful for the bright orange leaves which make getting through November a lot easier.
 
Posted by: jillm Accepted Answer
11/22/2006 6:16 PM (CST)
It really does pay to take a moment to ponder what you're thankful for... thanks for this topic! :-)

I'm thankful for (in no particular order):
- My loving fiance (he rocks!)
- My crazy family (we put the FUN in functional, actually)
- My job (I have great co-workers, fun opportunities and new challenges every day)
- My friends (friends do make the world go 'round!)
- My health (my body is my temple... full of chocolate and jolly goodness...)
- Laughter (because it is such a great way to make the world a little brighter)

Best wishes!

- Jill
 
Posted by: NovaHammer Accepted Answer
11/25/2006 3:55 PM (CST)
Thankful for wanting just what I have.
 
Posted by: shouq.s Accepted Answer
11/26/2006 4:06 AM (CST)
its a nice idea to direct our thinking to what is positive but yet we don’t think of every day, after reading your responses I found that I’m really blessed in a lot of things that i should appreciate and not just pass it like its nothing.... I’m healthy now after a very bad illness, a lot of my previous wishes have come true like the job I have its very challenging and very open to life, relations, experience and knowledge…

Its been a good year, full of appreciation and progress...

Thank you all for the positive thinking
 
Posted by: night_butterflz Accepted Answer
11/26/2006 4:55 PM (CST)
For it is better to have loved and lost than to have never loved at all.
 
Posted by: thinkmor Accepted Answer
11/27/2006 4:10 PM (CST)
Thankful for belonging to the best marketing blog on the planet.

Thankful for having the chance to share my thoughts and advice with people across the world that may have helped in any small way.

Thankful for being able to breath without having to rely on my inhaler, too much.

Thankful for being able to love my wife and family. Seeing my children grow and develop and for making me laugh everyday.

Thankful for having known my father-in-law before Dementia over took him last month.

Thankful to God Almighty for his blessings and making it easier for me, my family and friends whilst living in very challenging times.

Thankful for being able to reflect everyday and pray for people much less fortunate than myself.
 
Posted by: jojo Accepted Answer
11/27/2006 7:25 PM (CST)
my thankful for list :]

- marketingprofs.com - it gives me quality online time hehe

- my funny frog stress ball - aside from my liking for frogs, i guess i dont have to explain that my funny frog stress ball.. uh... sor of relieves my stress ;p

- my friends - one actually just sent me an sms thanking me for a silly letter that i wrote her

- my family - though i dont get to spend time with them much, they still make me happy

- computers in school - i can actually check my account during free time

- my teachers and professors and mentors - theyre a great bunch

- everyone in this forum - this bunch is just as great

- light - it just makes the world brighter

- words - im able to say these things

- life - cos of this ive so much more to be thankful for

hey... that actually worked.. i feel so much happier now :] there.. thank you
 
Posted by: asabamon Accepted Answer
11/28/2006 1:49 PM (CST)
I'm thankful for indoor plumbing.
Hard to imagine that not too long ago, going to the bathroom at night involved a pair of shoes and a flashlight.
 
Posted by: quixxxie2000* Accepted Answer
11/29/2006 7:55 AM (CST)
Val,

This is such a gr8 idea, that even the serious mood, I was in, when I entered this space changed instantly, and brought a huge smile to my face. Yes, we all need to take a little time to be thankful for all the good stuff going on in our lives.

I'm thankful for all the advice I get from this site.
I'm thankful for the aboslutley fabulous relationship I'm in.
I'm thankful for a close knit & loving family whom I can count on.
Mostly, I'm thankful for all the opportunties that shower me everyday, in so many different ways.

Keeping smiling -;)

Quixxxie
 
Posted by: JudyJudyJudy Accepted Answer
11/29/2006 1:37 PM (CST)
I'm thankful for
health
career
family
friends
freedom
and good weather.

Judy
 
Posted by: Jo Masterson Accepted Answer
11/30/2006 10:23 PM (CST)
Time, People & Interesting Challenges

Happy Holidays!
Jo
 
Posted by: jpoyer Accepted Answer
12/1/2006 3:58 PM (CST)
I'm thankful for my Lord and His unending grace, my husband, my kids who keep me challenged at every step, my job, my partners, my family, my big sister and her wonderful parenting advice and spiritual guidance, ... there are so many things, too many to list.

Even when things seem bad, I'm thankful for the opportunity to grow through them and become a strong, better person.

Happy Holidays Everyone!

Jennifer
XPRT Creative
 
Posted by: BARQ Accepted Answer
12/4/2006 7:58 AM (CST)
I am thankful for the tireless dedication of the staff at SELMARQ who spent countless personal hours throughout the month of November (including Thanksgiving!) to ensure that the ProMat 2007 Directory of Exhibits was completed (and accurate!) for the printer and the client. Without Andrea, Ailene, Walter and especially Michele, this feat would have been impossible! Thanks, Team!

BARQ
SELMARQ, Brands' Best Friend
 
Posted by: eliana azyze Accepted Answer
12/6/2006 12:34 AM (CST)
I'm thankful for:

The warmth of the sun
monsoon breeze (storm)
jazz
postsecret.blogspot.com
tomyam goong
the beatles
open mike sessions
faith
sharing ideas
laughing together
witty remarks
brit comedy
instant noodles
cult movies
byron

the way my father's eye crinkles when he laughs at his own jokes
when my mom sobs and wipes her eyes while watching sappy hindi movies
my sisters' endless teenage whines
my lil brother's obsession with mullets

every new dawn
every heatbeat.

Thank you for defining my life.

 
Posted by: bigstarnow Accepted Answer
12/6/2006 2:28 PM (CST)
my daughter, my husband, the desert, the sunsets, my cats, my friends, my parents, my whole family, music, laughter, people who smile, sushi, fire, rain, water, beer, my job, arriving home safe everyday, good advice, bad advice, people to learn from, democrats in control of congress again!!, animals, nations, diverse cultures, caring, freedom, sleep, life
 
Posted by: sykoyau Accepted Answer
12/7/2006 11:36 AM (CST)
Thankful that the best things in life are free!

Holidays, weekends, singing birds on the tree, rhythm of the falling rain, hugs, a smile, laughter, gentle breeze on a warm afternoon, sunrise and sunsets, an assurance, a hope, an act of kindness, a brand new day, presents on Christmas morning ;)

The list goes on and on!
 
Posted by: iadoremymorgan Accepted Answer
12/7/2006 6:09 PM (CST)
What a great idea!!!! Well, this is kind of a hard question, because I am thankful for so much! First and for most I want to thank God for everything he has done in my life. Without him I might not be breathing, and I might not have the things that I have. Next I am thankful for my family and friends, I don't know where I would be without them, they are my life! And one of the most important things to me in this world are animals. Especially my pets. I currently have 3 horses, 1 dog, 3 cats, and 3 rabbits. I could not live without any of them. They are my heart and soul. Especially one of my horses, that saved me from the deep dark part of the world. But animals in general, are what make me, me. They are the best creation God made, besides human beings. And to end there, I just am thankful for life! And it is good to realize what we have sometimes, because many people are not as fortunate as us. Thanks for posting such a wonderful question!!!!
 
Posted by: stevea Accepted Answer
12/12/2006 12:50 PM (CST)
The Delete key
The safety-catch on my shotgun
Dynamite
Erudition

There is more, but that will do for now!

Steve Alker
Unimax Solutions
 
Posted by: dennish Accepted Answer
12/21/2006 11:16 PM (CST)
I'm thankful the creator made me for eternity. I'm thankful he didn't create us as robots and I have a free will of choice...although I'm a nerd and probably act like robot!

I'm thankful that I found the way that assures me that I spend eternity in heaven and not that other hot place.

Merry Christmas to all and happy new year.

Dennis
 
Posted by: MANSING Accepted Answer
12/22/2006 5:47 AM (CST)
Dear Friends,

I am thankful for all the staff and all the marketing profs, contributing there efforts to give an opinion to marketers on daily basis. It also helped me develop my career as a marketing consultant. I believe life has changed from every corner of life.

We have to appreciate to those who brought us here and find a new way of communication. From my side “Marry Christmas and Happy New Year 2007”

Thank you,

M Bhor
 
Posted by: Kustom Kartoons* Accepted Answer
12/26/2006 3:16 PM (CST)
I'm most thankful for my two wonderful kids..... boy14 girl11 are being forced to grow up a bit quicker than I'd like because of of a divorce situation.....

(fyi... don't ever let your spouse work out of town for extended periods of time :-( )

I'm also thankful that my little cartoon world www.kustomkartoons.com is around to keep my attention diverted!!

Shewwww... I feel better!
 
Posted by: deni418 Accepted Answer
12/26/2006 5:01 PM (CST)
I am thankful for the reason for the season, Jesus , and all that he has enriched my life with.

I am grateful for my husband of 32 years.
I am grateful for my two daughters and wonder every day what I ever did in my life to deserve two accomplished, beautiful ladies.
I am thankful for my two son in laws who love and respect my daughters.
I am thankful every day to see another glorious day.
Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year's Toast to all.

Deni
 
Posted by: rjohnni Accepted Answer
12/28/2006 3:40 AM (CST)
Thanks lord. For being there with me....even allowing me to think that you are a non existence.

Thanks wife. For nagging and pestering me so much so that we have good things in life, i hit home early and eats a decent meal. And great time together.

Thanks colleagues. For all the day to day pain inflicted, so that I overcome that...and learn to see your love in making me grow.

Thanks Mom, Pop. For allowing me to fall, so that I can run, not crawl.

Thanks partners. For making me work more, so that I become the best among equals.

Thanks everyone. For reading this, and realising how better you are.

last Year was great. New year, greatest.



 
Posted by: telemoxie Accepted Answer
1/4/2007 10:26 PM (CST)
Checks from clients, mostly. I'd like to say "health" or "family" or something more meaningful... but honestly, most of the time, I'm most thankful for clients who send me checks.
 
Posted by: carrie77 Moderator Response
1/23/2007 6:56 AM (CST)
Hi Everyone,

I am closing this question since it's more than 2 weeks old. We do this to reward the contributions of participants in a timely manner + to give increased visibility to the newer questions.

Thanks for participating!
Carrie (Production Editor)
 


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