This week is filled with Thanksgiving activities and preparations. I have been busily preparing for the feast we will have on Thursday and putting my house in order for guests. I suddenly realized, just like many other meaningful holidays, that I was missing the real meaning for the day and was way too busy to enjoy what it should really be about. The first Thanksgiving dates back to Colonial times and I am sure their day was not centered on decorations or the perfect roasted turkey. They were just happy to be alive, to have survived the harsh winter, and for the meager meal before them.

With that in mind I began to think about all that I am grateful for and how I have failed to express that gratefulness. I thought this would be a great place to simply leave a ‘thanks’. Would you join me? We are all grateful for good health, family, and friends, so let’s go beyond that. I’ll start first.

I am very thankful for my job – when many do not have one, and for the privilege to live in America. I’m grateful for technology that allows me to “see” and talk to my grandchild even though he is 8 hours away.

You’re next…….I can’t wait to read your response.

~Kathy