Plenty to be thankful for

Thanksgiving is the traditional beginning of the Holiday season in the United States. As we prepare to celebrate, it is time to reflect on the blessings we may have in our lives.

What do we have to be thankful for:

If you have family with whom you can share the holiday.

If you and your family have food on your table.

If you have a home that provides warmth and shelter.

If you live in a community that cares and supports each other.

If you have a job that allows you to prosper and grow.

If you and your family have good health.

If you and your family feel safe in their daily lives.

If you have these things, you have a lot to be thankful for. Many people around the world - and even in our own country - don’t have these basic needs. If you have these things, be grateful that these needs are being met. And if you have these things, give in to the urge to share them with those who are less fortunate. Your help can make a difference in someone’s life. It might help them to find their own things to be thankful for.