Some people grumble that roses have thorns; I am grateful that thorns have roses.

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"Some people are always grumbling because roses have thorns; I am thankful that thorns have roses."

- Alphonse Karr

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"We can complain because rose bushes have thorns, or rejoice because thorn bushes have roses."

- Alphonse Karr

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"We can complain because rose bushes have thorns or rejoice because thorns have roses."

- Alphonse Karr

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"When you arise in the morning, think of what a privilege it is to be alive, to think, to enjoy, to love."

- Marcus Aurelius

Gratitude

"To get happier, try gratitude, giving back, savoring, encouraging your optimism, and celebrating progress."

- Jonathan Harnum

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"Be thankful for everything that happens in your life; it’s all an experience."

- Roy T. Bennett

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"Sometimes the little things in life mean the most."

- Ellen Hopkins

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"The two words that will change your life are 'thank you'. Like a candle that can light a thousand more without shortening its own life, appreciation is a gift that, when given, can set the whole world aglow."

- Stacey Lee

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