Favorite Places; Thanksgiving Square

“One of the incredible truths about gratitude is that it is impossible to feel both the positive emotion of thankfulness and a negative emotion such as anger or fear at the same time.”~ M. J. Ryan ~

Thanksgiving Square: http://www.thanksgiving.org/
"The curving shell of white marble aggregate symbolizes the ancient "spiral of life." This shape suggests the infinite upward reach of the human spirit. The Chapel of Thanksgiving is used daily for quiet prayer and reflection. Interfaith thanksgiving services are held here, as well as worship services celebrating festive days within specific religious traditions. The Chapel seats about 80 people comfortably and is acoustically ideal for choirs and musical performances. "

"The Wall of Praise tells the story of gratitude, from the very personal to the universal. Located in the Court of All Nations, the Wall of Praise exhibit includes the 100th Psalm and a large mosaic of Norman Rockwell's portrait of people of the world in prayer, The Golden Rule, reflecting gratitude at home, in the nation and in the world. "

"The Ring of Thanks and Circle of Giving.
The Ring of Thanks, made of aluminum covered in 23-carat gold leaf, has a diameter of 14 feet. Seven white granite stepping stones serve as a walkway through the ring, which is mounted within the gray granite Circle of Giving to remind the visitor of the complementary nature of thanks and giving. "

The stain glass spiral inside Thanksgiving Square is breathtaking!
"The Glory Window, which forms the 60-foot-high ceiling of the Chapel of Thanksgiving, is one of the largest horizontally mounted stained-glass pieces in the world. Designed by French artist Gabriel Loire, the window symbolizes the blessing of the Divine descending to earth as well as the ascent of human praise and gratitude to God."