It is not joy that makes us grateful; it is gratitude that makes us joyful. —David Steindl-Rast
“It is not joy that makes us grateful; it is gratitude that makes us joyful.”

David Steindl-Rast Catholic theologian

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Annie from FLORIDA NOVEMBER 29, 2019
Wonderful quote and sooooo true!!!
Love, Cyn NOVEMBER 28, 2019
Happy Thanksgiving!

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