I was reminded today of the importance of seeking gratitude, thanks to a social media memory of discovering a “Thank You Station” at my place of primary employment, a year ago now. A desk was set up in a quiet spot on the floor, equipped with pens, thank you cards, and a small selection of books on gratitude and guides to writing thank you cards. A timely reminder then, and a timely reminder now.

It’s also where I discovered The Well of Being: a children’s book for adults, written and illustrated by Jean-Pierre Weill. It was the perfect book to anchor a thank you station.

The book’s beautiful illustrations, spacious typography, and large hardcover format all serve to reinforce the book’s message of gratitude and presence. It is a book to linger over and ponder. And then, maybe, if you let the book work its magic the way books do…

Your heart opens.

I think I’m going to go make myself a coffee and spend some more time at The Well of Being.

In the meantime, thank you for visiting the Butterflies & Aliens Library of Literary Eccentricities & Rareties. We are grateful.

– Winston