How to express gratitude for everyday things in life
Recognizing people who are important to your life on unexpected occasions and in unique ways brings them joy and you much happiness. This expression of gratitude for the everyday things in life will make everyone’s lives better! How can you do it?
“I think an unexpected thank you is one of the best kinds. Thanking someone at work because they always seem to go the extra mile, your babysitter because your kids are always happy when they’re with him or her, your neighbor who always throws your paper up on your porch in the winter. Pick a ‘just because’ occasion and then make them a sweet treat, buy a little something that’s fun but practical too, or just send a handwritten card with a quick note—that’s really all it takes to make someone’s day!” says Briana Miriani, the founder of The Merci.
Briana encourages us all to reach out people we appreciate, but might not know as well, such as our mail-person, bus driver, and the barista where we get our regular coffee fix. “Letting someone know you appreciate them is why The Merci was started in the first place; we wanted a place people could get everyday gifts, and beautiful cards, that were affordable and useful while still looking good and being a bit fun too. It really is the thought that counts so homemade or store bought, it matters not!”
Here are 5 cool thank-you gift ideas from Briana:
1. Attach a Sweet Treat gift tag with a short but sweet note of thanks to your homemade goodies and bring to a friend.
2. Keep a supply of Thank You cards on hand. We’re all so busy; when you have what you need on hand it’s easy to get that note out that lets someone know you appreciate them.
3. Next time you’re invited to a party where you’re bringing wine, wrap it in a tea towel and tie at the neck with a ribbon for a hostess gift that will last long after the wine is gone!
4. Something inexpensive and fun for the desk is the perfect everyday way to say thanks to a coworker that’s always going out of their way to help.
5. I like to keep a supply of magnets on hand. They’re a great, affordable way to make someone’s day just because!
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