Saturday, November 29, 2008

Thanksgiving: What are you thankful for? Personally/Globally

Out of all the holidays we celebrate each year, Thanksgiving is one of the most important. In a time like this, where many people are facing economic crisis, I think that there is a lot to be thankful for. I am thankful for, most importantly, my family because they are the people that support me and care for me as I do for them. Although you may think it sounds cheesy, it's true! Without the support of my family I wouldn't be able to do much, especially because they are the one's who provide for me. Of course, I can't forget to be thankful for my friends, a home, food, clothes, and all the things I need to be who I am. It's really good that my family is not facing very bad financial crisis's like the many other unfortunate people in the world. Happiness and love are probably some things many people overlook, but I think it's an essential thing to be thankful for. The laughter and the smiles can break the ice even between nations. I pretty much am just thankful that I'm alive and still kickin'. : )

T is for the trust the pilgrims had so many years ago
H is for the harvest the settlers learnt to grow
A is for America, the land in which we live
N is for nature and beauty which she gives
K is for kindness, gentle words, thoughtful deeds
S is for smiles, the sunshine everyone needs
G is for gratitude... our blessings big and small
I is for ideas, letting wisdom grow tall
V is for voices, singing, laughing, always caring
I is for Indians, who taught them about sharing
N is for neighbors, across the street, over the sea
G is for giving of myself to make a better me

by: Judith A. Lindberg

1 comment:

Ms. K. Dawkins said...

I agree we all sometimes think,
"If only I had this... or I wish I had that..." But to tell the truth, we have it pretty good.

Also, your parents would love to hear how much you love and appreciate them. Take it from me, it will put joy in their hearts !