Being Thankful...

   There are some many times we take things and people for granted, but Thanksgiving tends to bring out the best in everyone.  I love this holiday because it brings people closer.  On Thanksgiving people tend to think of others before themselves, especially those less fortunate.  I have a friend that is a single mother of three that struggles every year to provide for her children but always manages to do a little something.  It makes me so happy to see churches, organizations and even individual people help out families and homeless like my friend. The thing is to you or me it may not be a big deal giving a jacket or a blanket away or help providing a meal but to that family or person it means more than words can say.  It gives them hope.  It makes a difference.  It also sets an example for others including children. 

   I also try to remember to be thankful for all the challenges I have faced, and over come.  They may have not been easy but I have learned from them.  It makes me the person I am today.  I may not have a lot of materialistic things but I am greatful for all that I do have.  I am thankful for having faith again, because without it I would still be lost, and not as strong as I am today.

Thanksgiving also means being thankful for those people who are no longer with us.  I am so thankful for having the time with my grandpa and my daddy before they passed away of cancer in 2005.  I am also even thankful to my ex-husband for our children.  They are my world, and a true blessing. 

  Please remember to thank those that put their lives on the line for your freedom and to protect you.  Too many people forget the freedoms we have, and what these men and women risk everyday.  So take a few moments out of your day whether you are watching football, cooking, eating. shopping, whatever it may be and say a silent thank you.  If you see a soldier, police officer, firefighter, nurse, etc take the time to say thank you for all that you do because they deserve it and should be told.  It also wouldn't hurt to say thank you to someone that has always been there for you.  A simple thank you for being you will brighten their day.

Have a Happy Safe Thanksgiving!