Freedom from Want, Norman Rockwell I’m always grateful for the big stuff. You know - family, friends, income, and a place to live. But daily there are things I take for granted; things so much a part of my routine, I forget how fortunate I am to have them. I get to … [Read more...]
So Many Things
This Thanksgiving, while the world comes to the internet to share all for which they’re thankful, I am reminded how lucky I am. Always most thankful for them. So many things - too many things - with which I’ve been blessed. Those I’ve taken for granted. Those for … [Read more...]
Instead Of…
Instead of re-enacting Pilgrims and “Indians” with young ones, contact a tribal reservation and ask if they have needs to be met. Instead of gorging yourself with more food than any human should eat in one day, let alone one setting, make 1/2 the menu and donate the rest to a … [Read more...]
Why Shopping on Thanksgiving Makes Sense
Photo Credit:Michael Holden, Creative Commons Everyone is up in arms about shopping on Thanksgiving Day. “It’s not fair to store employees!” “We should be able to have ONE day being grateful for the stuff we have rather than going to get more stuff!” “We’re messing with … [Read more...]