Giving Thanks

 

Happy Thanksgiving to all of my people, far and near, hand length and via Internet. I hope that they enjoy today with loved ones. Last night before we went to bed, I told my husband that I would try my hardest not get on my little rants about the holiday. He asked me my opinion and I told him. I’ve never liked the idea that the Pilgrims slaughtered Indians only to have to dinner with few is celebrated.  To have this happy picture of Indians on one side and Pilgrims on the other with a turkey in the middle never sat well. I didn’t get it as a kid and of course it carried over into my adult life. My husband broke it down to me and said that Thanksgiving isn’t about that; it’s to give thanks for family and friends. To be grateful about life and love and all the blessings that one has. My immediate response was I give thanks and appreciate each day every day so this day isn’t any different. He is right though. I certainly won’t forget the past but for the present and future, I am grateful for what I have. I have a great family, a wonderful husband, a roof over my head, a job and great friends. Not everyone has that so I am truly grateful for that. This year has been amazing and it’s still going strong. I’m looking forward to the future and mentally preparing for next year. I am grateful that I’m with someone who can always show me the flip side of thinking. What are you grateful/thankful for? Peace & love!