I’m heading out to join friends for Thanksgiving dinner in another couple of hours. I’ve roasted a turkey this year, and I’m making stuffing from scratch.
I hope it turns out okay.
The group that my spouse and I are joining are a rag-tag bunch of folks. One has been recently diagnosed with cancer and is going through all sorts of negotiations with doctors. Another is only recently off the streets and is settling into their new housing — with some issues with a drug-dealing landlord. Another is living below the poverty line, just trying to get a side business going to supplement their part-time income. None of us are anywhere near our kin-folk. We’re what we’ve got today.
There may be others joining us, but the bottom line is, my primary purpose today is to feed these folks and give them a reason to give thanks.
Not to me, but to life. For all that we have received and are given each day. Even in the midst of desolation and despair, there may be a reason to give thanks.
So, back to work. Just a quick check-in before I head out.
Happy Thanksgiving to everyone.
I am truly grateful. Today and every day.
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