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Things To Be Thankful For This Thanksgiving

Start being more thankful for life and everything you have.

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Things To Be Thankful For This Thanksgiving
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First of all, we should not only be thankful for things just on Thanksgiving Day. We should be thankful for them everyday. If you are a "big picture person" like me, you will find a lot of things that we need to start being more thankful for.


1. Be thankful that you are here.

When you wake up every morning, that is a blessing that we should not take for granted. We never know when someone's last day will be so if you are still living your life, be thankful for that opportunity.

2. Be thankful for family.

Family to me is very important. I would not be where I am today if it were not for them. I am thankful for their support and love through all I have been throughout the years. Some people out there do not have a family. Love yours while you can. Always be kind.

3. Be thankful for friends.

I have an amazing small group of friends who I would do anything for. I am also thankful for their love and support and for always being there. My best friends are a gift from God.

4. Be thankful for the food on the table.

Always be grateful that you are able to eat a real meal every day. Not everyone has the opportunity to have all the food that you are about to eat. Do not be greedy and do not be picky. Simply just be thankful.

5. Be thankful for the roof over your head.

Once again, not everyone has this luxury. Never take the things that you have for granted. Someone is going without what you have.


There are so many reasons to be thankful, not only on Thanksgiving, but everyday. Make the best of any situation and always be thankful for having everything you need, even if you don't have everything you may want.

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