Deborah Perdue

The illustrations were beautiful, however it was not the book I expected upon receiving it. Now that probably has everything to do with my own expectations and nothing to do with the book. As a non-Christian some of the inspiration quotes were a bit off base which didn't help in my opinion.

Really, it all depends on what you're looking for whether it's going to be good or not. As it turns out, it wasn't for me, but someone else might like it better.

(I received a complimentary review copy for this review.)… (mais)

The Grace of Gratitude Journal is a beautiful book. The illustrations by Tara Thelen are vivid, colorful and gorgeous and the text by Deborah Perdue is thoughtfully written, sparking a deeper consciousness not only of the world around us but also the inner world. I am not surprised that some other reviewers found it difficult to write in the journal because it was just so lovely. They suggested that you might want to buy two, one to use and one to frame the illustrations. That is a very good suggestion. I would suggest you buy three. One to use, one for the illustrations and one to give away to someone special!

(Review based on complimentary Advance Reader copy.)… (mais)

The simplicity of this journal is part of it's beauty. Just enough inspirational quotes, and some beautiful art work, with plenty of space to write your thoughts in. What an inspiration to count your blessings, and a reminder of all the blessings we have to be grateful for! It seems that nowadays, people are more focused on what more they can GET, instead of being happy and thankful for what they HAVE! Being content and thankful for what you have is the one of the keys to happiness that some never find. One day is set aside to 'give thanks' in November, and the next day they are out trampling other people in a mad rush to accumulate more..... We all need to be reminded of the basics....how to look around, count our blessings, and be grateful!!… (mais)

How many times do we overlook the simplest things in life? If you are like me, all too often. By learning to stop and record the ordinary things in life, journaling can bring about feelings of contentment, a sense of personal well-being, gratitude, and appreciation. Before you know it, recognizing and writing down gratitudes will become a natural part of your daily life.

While there are many gratitude journals out there, this one is different from others. With a unique blend of Deborah Perdue's personal gratitudes and Tara Thelen's beautiful and bold watercolor illustrations, even beginning journalers will find ample inspiration. Let the spiritual practice of expressing gratitude bring feelings of peace and contentment into your life.

The Bottom Line: Whether you are new to journaling or have be keeping one for years, the beautiful illustrations will inspire you to commit to jotting down as many gratitudes per day as you notice. There is plenty of space to include several days on one page, especially if you write small like I do. All it takes is a few moments per day, and you, too, can discover the power of gratitude. This journal has broad appeal and would make a great gift for just about anyone including new graduates. Highly recommended for anyone interested in journaling. More pages to write on (or blank pages to include my own drawings and doodles) would be appreciated.… (mais)