I'm thankful for...

Day 30
Last week I was helping one of my students write a list of things that he was thankful for. The first thing on his list was Thanksgiving. I smiled at his "thanks" for Thanksgiving and went on with the list. Over the past week or so I've realized the depth of this little man's answer, and so today I too, am thankful for Thanksgiving.
Many people don't really care for Thanksgiving, and that's their own prerogative. As for me, I love it! Being in the South taught me to love THANKSgiving (they really emphasize the THANKS part of the word and holiday), but it's not a new love. I love the love that stems from this holiday, and how thankful people become for all of the little things in their lives. I am thankful to have a reminder to look deep down and think about what it is that truly makes me thankful. I am thankful for a holiday that brings families together. I am thankful for the service that so many offer in effort to make the Thanksgiving holiday nice for others. I love the opportunity to give thanks.
Thank you to my little man for teaching me to be thankful for THANKSgiving! It took me a few extra days, but I caught on!