I am grateful to feel connected to my community. Community is a network of friends who work and play together; seeing them join forces brings childlike joy.

I am grateful for inspiring images. Inspiration comes from inside of you; it's the ability to see the potential as well as the natural beauty that already exists.

I am grateful for spoken words. When you speak your truth, you pave the way for others to speak theirs.

I am grateful for opening nights. Theatre is magic because it changes lives by offering a shift in perspective and transportation to other worlds.

I am grateful for heartfelt words. Words of encouragement from the right person make all the difference.

I am grateful for your understanding. True power is being able to understand multiple viewpoints.

I am grateful for words. There are days when all the right ones find you.

I am grateful for positive affirmations. It's important to encourage everyone including yourself.

I am grateful for wonderland. Choosing to see the world through eyes of wonderment is just that, a choice. Choose wisely and you shall never lack inspiration.

I am grateful for cycles. Life is full of challenges, with each hill climbed, comes the thrill of the downhill coast. No matter where you are in the cycle, just keep peddling.

I am grateful for things that fall into your lap. There are times when exactly what you need finds you. Embrace it!

I am grateful to be taking it one step at a time enjoying each new height as I get there. You don't have to see the landing to know your climbing; just keep on shining.

I am grateful for life's detours. Even if it seems like a pain to go the long way; it really does save you from the headache of taking roads that are full of pitfalls.

I am grateful for productive days; there’s something to be said for getting it done!

I am grateful for gut feelings that can be trusted. Listen to your instincts; they point you in the right direction.

I am grateful for the ability to connect. The internet: it brings a family together.

I am grateful to have participated in inspiring students to sing joyfully while walking through the school halls. Vocalizing appreciation of talent in young people changes their tune. Celebrate the talents of others and be amazed how they shine.

I am grateful for the intricately woven connection we have to each other and our environment. Sometimes you have a particular experience just so you can use that knowledge later. There's always a reason; trust the inner workings of the Universe and its plan for you.

I am grateful to be working on maintaining balance. Just because you CAN do something doesn't mean that you should; listen to your gut and act accordingly.

I am grateful for days filled with laughter. The joyful sound has the power to elevate your soul and heal your wounds.

I am grateful to feel my plans moving forward smoothly. When a solid plan is met with both thought and action; movement is inevitable.

I am grateful for impassioned conversations w others that inspire a movement toward a more compassionate world. This place is home to ALL of us.

I am grateful to know to embrace a challenge. The greatest rewards come w the greatest amount of effort; it’s how accomplishment is born.

I am grateful for things that are precious, like quality time w the ones you love. Taking time to make someone feel beautiful is always quality time well spent.

I am grateful to stand in the light. Find where you shine and be there in all your glory, for we are all meant to be bright.

I am grateful for a brilliant sky that captures my imagination w its illuminated beauty. Gazing at the full moon, suddenly everything becomes clear. Life is a wondrous, amazing, adventure filled with moments that simply take your breath away.

I am grateful for healthy relationships based on constructive words that build positive self-esteem. Surrounding yourself w people and words that build you up leads to a healthy foundation for the future.

I am grateful to have learned to listen to my intuition. Not only will your gut lead you away from danger, but MOST of the time it will lead you to greatness!

I am grateful for my safe, soft, comfy bed to rest my body in, warm blankets to wrap up with, and fluffy pillows for support. It’s my own little happy nest.

I am grateful for happy endings. Life has many chapters and many stories; it's beautiful when they close on a happy note.

I am grateful for late night family dinners. Family is a group of souls that love and support each other; with them it doesn't matter what time you gather around the table it's a guaranteed good time.

I am grateful for dark days; without them you would never know how bright your light is compared to the sky.

I am grateful for headphones. Music can transfer you out of your head and into your heart; it's there in your heart where you'll find your center.

I am grateful to get things off my chest. Being vulnerable is scary, but carrying around insecurities is worse. Be bold, speak your truth, and hope for the best.

I am grateful for last practices. Preparation is critical; knowing you have done all you can is priceless.

I am grateful for entertaining angels. When you’re aligned with your life purpose, amazing people find you.

I am grateful for virtuous friends. They're easy to identify; they're the ones that look you in the eye.

I am grateful for future plans. Knowing you have something to look forward to starts your day on the right foot.

I am grateful to forge ahead. Valleys happen, but without them the beauty of the peak would be obsolete.

I am grateful when the fog lifts. We all experience periods of confusion. Good friends are like headlights; they help you see the road again.

I am grateful for the mathematics of destiny. Faith plus dedication makes things happen.

I am grateful for the gift of friendship. True friendship isn't measured by length, but by depth.

I am grateful for a day full of observations. Watching the world w an observant eye gives you the freedom to choose versus react.

I am grateful for determination. We all have days where we simply must power through to get everything accomplished; but at the end of the day your reward is having made it!

I am grateful to be able to get back up. We all have times when we fall, both literally and figuratively; the important thing isn't how it happened, but how you recover from it.

I am grateful to be standing in the light. Life is an intrinsic dance of alternating light and shadows. Learning takes place during darkness and application in the light.

I am grateful for extraordinary measures. Talk is cheap; effort is everything.

I am grateful for good stretches. Ever leaning forward, it feels good to slowly sink into the comfort of going further.

I am grateful for an outpour of love. Everyone feels alone at times; but it is a blessed soul who during moments of loneliness is showered w affection from those they love.

I am grateful for convertible days. The combination of fresh air and music can change your tune.

I am grateful for the intricacy of design. A mixture of color, shape, and pattern makes for a beautiful reminder that the combination of different elements adds depth.

I am grateful for playtime! It's an amazing shift when you feel it move from work to FUN!

I am grateful for the classics. Childhood memories revisited are like hugs from your youth.

I am grateful for my crew. Hope is a group of friends that keep you afloat by reminding you to be lighthearted and never stop playing!

I am grateful to be able to gracefully shut down the nay sayer. Empowerment is smiling and saying no right back.

I am grateful for beautiful intentions. Supporting others in making their dreams come true creates prosperity for both of you.

I am grateful for the prompting of spirit. When you feel the need for another, always do the right thing. Blessing someone else ALWAYS results in being blessed yourself.

I am grateful for good advice. We all need to chill out and laugh more.

I am grateful for the power of the network. Good ones support you when you’re afraid and catch you when you fall.

I am grateful to be a "grown ass woman". It's not about age, but your ability to stand up gracefully for your values even when it's painful.

I am grateful for coffee talk. A little cup of tenderness goes a long way.

I am grateful for the introspection of crayons. Color and texture can demonstrate feeling when words are too much.

I am grateful for crystal clear intentions. When you focus on your passions, opportunities form.

I am grateful for a day to recuperate. Basking in the glow of a job well done allows the stress to melt.

I am grateful for beautiful groceries. Abundance is celebrating with quality.

I am grateful for new bursts of creativity. Dream out loud and in pictures.

I am grateful for dreams. Seeing your dreams in front of you allows you to pursue them.

I am grateful for change. Shifting your energy & creating a new atmosphere changes everything.

I am grateful for natural developments. Productivity has a way of providing unexpected gifts.

I am grateful for shifts in perspective. It's magical when suddenly you see things with a whole new understanding.

I am grateful for the end. When one chapter closes a new one begins. As I celebrate the closing of a year of gratitude; I'm eagerly looking forward to a year of dreams.

Project Gratitude

a 2012 daily facebook art series by artist Jenica "Hen" Weyand. For an entire year, she created an original art piece each day to document reasons to be grateful.