A Thanksgiving Message 2015

Words and photo by F LoBuono

Unfortunately, for too many of our holidays, traditional has become synonymous with commercial - so much so that we often don't know the difference. Thanksgiving is no exception. The fact that many retail stores will be open for the holiday is ample evidence of that.

Most of us know the history of Thanksgiving - you know, the Pilgrims, Lincoln, and all that. But, too many of us have forgotten the MEANING.

Today, we should focus on the gifts we have - our family, our friends, our very lives. We are thankful for our freedom and to those who protect it. We are grateful for our warm homes and the bounty so many of us are so fortunate to have. We are blessed to love and be loved.

But, to make the holiday complete we must not forget those who are less fortunate than we. We must remember that many will spend the day cold, hungry, and alone. And, we must take it one step further - we must do everything that we can to help them.

Enjoy the fullness of the day with food, family, and friends. And, take a moment to commit to making the world a better place.

Happy Thanksgiving - all!!