Thanksgiving is a day to spend with family and friends. It’s also a day to be thankful. I awake this morning thanking God for blessing me to see another day. I thank him for my health and strength and to keep me in my right mind. It’s the little things that we sometimes take for granted in life. 

Thanksgiving is also a day to serve rather it be in a soup kitchen, a homeless shelter, nursing home, hospital, or just sending coffee and donuts to your colleagues, first responders and police officers who are on duty today just to show your appreciation. You might have an elderly neighbor who lives alone who don’t have a family,  invite them over for dinner, you’ll be surprised a little compassion can last a lifetime.

What are you thankful for today? If you’re alone today on Thanksgiving call that friend or loved one just to let them know you love them, you miss them, and your calling just to wish them a Happy Thanksgiving because tomorrow is not promised to you. The best gift you can give someone even a stranger is the gift of love. It will not cost you a thing to give compassion and love to somebody who desperately needs it. This gift you can give every day throughout the year and not just on holidays.

Happy Thanksgiving from my family to yours.