"thank you" goes a long way

It's the little things in life that get you through. I received two very nice thank you gifts this week that reminded me of that. We often times get so busy and caught up with the hustle and bustle of life that we forget to stop and say thank you to those around us. I am so glad I can help those around me. A simple thank you is plenty for me.

My mentor, friend and colleague, dropped off a very kind thank you card and Starbucks gift card to my office this week. It was for teaching her class for her while she was out of state for a family funeral. Of course I understood and jumped in to help her when she texted me in a panic. I had the hour free, so I was happy to step in and help out. I would hope someone would do the same for me.

A student of mine from New Orleans is visiting campus this week/weekend and gave me a thank you gift for everything I have done for him. I LOVE Southern hospitality.

Seriously, it is the little things that have gotten me through this week. It has been extremely hectic and stressful. I am so grateful for amazing people in my life.