Gratitude is a powerful emotion, and a simple “thank you” can feel profound for both giver and receiver. But sometimes, those two little words don’t feel like enough. Figuring out the best way to express thanks is an age-old conundrum. So, why not turn to the words of some of history’s great thinkers, writers, and personalities?
Whether you’re thanking someone in person, writing a thank you card, or adding meaningful text to a gratitude-filled photo book, pick one of the following great quotes to help you express yourself.
Short poems to express gratitude
A short poem with the theme of thankfulness can be a beautiful way to express yourself in a card, letter, or photo book. Here are some great examples:
“Thank you.
For never forgetting me.
For always finding an excuse to remind
me that you care about me.
For making me feel special.
Thank you for everything you do,
and everything that you are.” —
“Thank you” by Doe Zantamata
“Thank you.
Eight little letters,
one little space,
tell you the reason
for the smile on my face.
I want you to know
that for all that you do
I sincerely appreciate,
love, and thank you.”
“I Am So Glad You’re Here” by Nikita Gill
“I think people are so beautiful
when their eyes light up and they say sincerely,
“I’m so glad you’re here”.
In other words,
you bring joy to my life.
You bring relief in rooms
I am struggling in.
You bring me hope
when I need it most.
You make the world
a little bit easier to live in.
Thank you for existing.
I love you for making me feel better.
I’m so glad you’re here.”
“Saying Thank You” by Samanthi Fernando
“There are many we meet
Who are just passing though,
And then there are a few,
Who stay to pull us through.
When we reflect on who is true.
It is only fitting to say thank you.”
“It Doesn’t Seem Enough” by Joanna Fuchs
“I want to tell you "Thank you,"
But it doesn’t seem enough.
Words don’t seem sufficient--
"Blah, blah" and all that stuff.
Please know I have deep feelings
About your generous act.
I really appreciate you.
You’re special, and that’s a fact!”
Simple ways to say thank you
Sometimes, the simplest phrases and sayings are the best. Choose one of these expressions or use one as a starting point for saying “thank you” in your own words.
- Thank you for being a ray of sunshine even on my darkest days.
- Thank you for always being my greatest supporter. I am lucky to have you in my life.
- Thank you for being so incredible. I feel so grateful to have such a loving family.
- Thank you for opening your arms, home, and heart.
- Thank you to my wonderful friend. Thank you for being you. You’re all I could ask for and more!
- Thank you for coming into my life. Thank you for making me smile like crazy. Thank you for making me happy.
- There are many things for which I am thankful in my life, and you are at the top of the list.
- When I count my blessings, I count you twice.
- Thank you for your love, support, and encouragement!
- Thank you for the amazing job you do every day. You are an important part of the team.
- Thanks for the little ways that you help me and make me happy every day.
- I'm the luckiest wife/husband to have you as my life partner. Thank you for being so kind and loving.
- Thank you for brightening my world.
- Thank you for all that you have taught me.
- But most of all, thank you for loving me like no one else ever has, or ever will.
- This is from my heart, to thank you for everything you have done for me, for all the times I forgot to tell you how I feel about you, and how happy I am that you are in my life.
- Thanks for being by my side and supporting my decisions every step of the way. Without you my life would be incomplete.
- Thank you for every hug, word of encouragement, and all the love you've given me. I am blessed to have you in my life.
- Thank you for being there. I truly don’t know what I would have done without you.
- From the bottom of my heart, I thank you, and appreciate all you have done. Your generosity has given me new hope.
- Many beautiful things cannot be seen or touched; they are felt with the heart. What you've done for me is one of them.
- Thank you for celebrating all the exciting moments of my life with me. I can't imagine not having you by my side for every magical experience.
- There are so many things my heart wants to say to you, all of which can be summed up in just three words—thanks for everything. I love you.
- No matter where we are in the world or our lives, I know my call will never go unanswered. Thank you for always answering the call.
- This is a thank you for every hour we have spent together, for every kiss, for every embrace, and for every tear shed for one another.
