Relief Valve of the Soul [100WW]

The wonder of life increases with gratitude. How do we forget so easily? “He who has forgotten to be thankful has fallen asleep in life” said Stevenson. And Chesterton goes to the heart: “Gratitude is happiness doubled by wonder.” But whence the wonder? 

The window frames trees across the way, rich in Alaska spring green, shades from Birch, Alder, Spruce. It is fullness for the soul, a grace of life beyond all joy and knowing. How does one receive it without heart bursting? By giving thanks. Gratitude is the relief valve of a soul overwhelmed with the goodness of God.