Gratitude – Thank You

Not long ago I visited a yogurt shop in southern California.  I noticed how long the line was snaking around the counter.  I assumed the yogurt would be tasty because of the size of the crowd.  I could barely see what flavors were offered.  As I approached the two young woman servers, working diligently to satisfy so many customers, I became aware their job didn’t seem fun at all.  They had very serious expressions on their faces.  I hadn’t eaten any lunch that day so when it was my turn my mouth was practically watering.  I was undecided about a suitable topping and was frustrated because I didn’t want to hold up the line.  Finally after asking too many questions I placed my order.  When the girl handed me the wonderful sugar cone topped with vanilla yogurt and almond topping I almost knocked it out of her hand from excitement.  Imagine that kind of thrill from a yogurt cone?  I know, over the top, but remember I was starving.  I said, “Thank you very much, this looks delicious.”  In sync, both girls dropped their jaws and stared at me.  I wondered if the yogurt was sticking on my nose.  The dark haired girl replied, “You are the first person in six months to say thank you!  No one thanks us for doing our job.”  What . . . I was surprised.  I believe that when ever someone does something nice for you they deserve thanks.  I make it a practice whenever I pay for an item or a service with a check I write “Thank you” with a heart in the blank space in the left hand corner.  Thank you is a form of appreciation which allows you and the other person to feel pleasure. What about you?  Please pay attention to how many times you thank someone for a job well done, for being a friend, for a favor or thank your loved ones.  Also, be aware of missed opportunities and write an e-mail, make a call or send a card to say those two coveted words.  It feels great!  On that note, THANK YOU for reading my first blog.