Happy New Year! 🎉 As we step into a fresh year, there’s no better time to start a life-changing habit: keeping a gratitude journal. About five years ago, I began mine after reading One Thousand Gifts by Ann Voskamp. The book challenged me to notice what my friend and I call “God Kisses”—those everyday blessings that make life beautiful. Gratitude journaling is all about capturing the little moments that warm your heart and bring a smile to your face. Over the years, I’ve recorded memories like sweet phone calls with my dad, the sound of rain, birds at the feeder, and even my 13-year-old reaching for my hand in a crowded place—a fleeting treasure I’ll cherish forever. Why Keep a Gratitude Journal? Helps you focus on the positive. Cultivates joy in the small, everyday moments. Encourages mindfulness and slows you down. Boosts your mood and lowers stress. Creates a record of happy memories to revisit during tough times. Deepens your connection with God by thanking Him for life’s bl...