Thanksgiving Thoughts

What are you thankful for?

I am thankful that I grew up in a home full of love. I am thankful that my parents love one another, and that they love me. I always had enough to eat, a roof over my head, and clothes on my back. I am thankful I had medical care. I am thankful I was healthy. So many children today, in my country, my state, my town, and in my own classroom do not have all of these things.

What are you thankful for?

I am thankful that I grew up in a safe place. I am thankful I made it through high school and college without gong crazy. I was able to get both a bachelor’s and master’s degree from a good college. I am thankful for my education. So many people never have the chance to get a solid education.

What are you thankful for?

I am thankful that I am able to do what I love. Once, while in church, the lesson was on service. The bishop spoke about how our lives should be lived for the greater good, for service to those in greater need. I am thankful that I can give this service, every day of my life.

What are you thankful for?

I am thankful that I have three wonderful children. My daughter and my sons bless my life every day. They are like air, sunshine, and warmth. They make the stars in my skies shine brighter. It took having them, to know the love my own parents feel for me.

What are you thankful for?

I am thankful for the special friends that have given me more than they could ever know. They have been there when things were good, and when things were bad. They have seen me at my worst, and at my best, and love me just the same. One or two have known me for most of my life. One knows me better than I know myself. I am thankful they are part of my life.

What are you thankful for?

Each of us has things that we are thankful for. Each of us knows that these things make our lives beter. Each of us knows that it should take more than Thanksgiving day to make us remember. So, I ask you now . . .

What are you thankful for?