This document contains quotes and poems expressing gratitude for life's blessings in 3 or fewer sentences: Cicero's quote acknowledges that gratitude is the greatest virtue and foundation for others. A poem by Walter Rauschenbusch gives thanks for senses, the sky, sun, sea, hills, and winds. Edna J. Ortez's poem sees how food and drink become flesh and that all - air, sun, earth, bees, and humans - are one. Buddha notes that trees give shelter, food, warmth, and protection even to those who cut them down. Isabel Allende says you only have what you give and become rich by spending yourself. The document encourages giving thanks each day.