Remember Those Less Fortunate While Giving Thanks
Thanksgiving, a day that reminds us how fortunate we are to have family, friends and a bounty of food to enjoy. As we gather around the table to partake in this annual event, we need to remember those who either will not be with family, or will have no Thanksgiving meal at all.
Remember the men and women who serve in the military who are far from home. No seat at the family table as they serve in foreign countries to protect our freedoms. Their families missing them, and praying for their safe return before the next Thanksgiving comes around.
Remember parents, brothers, sisters, children and grandchildren who live too far away to be with family on the holiday. Take time to call and let them know their absence will leave a void as you gather. If possible, do a video call so your smiles can brighten each other's day.
Most of all, remember those who are homeless and may not have family to share the day with. If they are lucky they will have a meal at a shelter with strangers enduring the same difficult times. And even though they have no warm home to go to, they will be filled with gratitude for those who took the time to make sure they had a Thanksgiving dinner.
As we gather with family, we need to keep in our thoughts all who are less fortunate, and pray for better times in their lives. I know that as I am surrounded by family today, I will be forever thankful for all the blessings in my life.
Remember the men and women who serve in the military who are far from home. No seat at the family table as they serve in foreign countries to protect our freedoms. Their families missing them, and praying for their safe return before the next Thanksgiving comes around.
Remember parents, brothers, sisters, children and grandchildren who live too far away to be with family on the holiday. Take time to call and let them know their absence will leave a void as you gather. If possible, do a video call so your smiles can brighten each other's day.
Most of all, remember those who are homeless and may not have family to share the day with. If they are lucky they will have a meal at a shelter with strangers enduring the same difficult times. And even though they have no warm home to go to, they will be filled with gratitude for those who took the time to make sure they had a Thanksgiving dinner.
As we gather with family, we need to keep in our thoughts all who are less fortunate, and pray for better times in their lives. I know that as I am surrounded by family today, I will be forever thankful for all the blessings in my life.
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