To us in the USA, Thursday is Thanksgiving, which has been a Federal holiday since 1863. Although it’s associated with time with family, bountiful feasts, football, and parades, it’s also a time for giving thanks.
There is much for which to be thankful, and many times many of us tend to forget the simple things as food to eat, shelter, clean water, warmth, clothing, and many more. Although it’s a difficult time for our family, I took a little time to put together a simple list for me.
I’m thankful for …
… what should be an exhaustive list
… having a good, kind, gentile, and gracious mother-in-law
… the beautiful full moons, but also when its absence accentuates the stars
… for the ability to pick good friends
… the many caregivers
… the ability to travel
… thinkers and those willing to learn
… volunteers and community agencies reaching out to help others
… all the daily conveniences we take for granted
… those who work to make life safe
… customer service employees who really try to be helpful
… growing up in a small town when small towns were still vibrant
… being about to enjoy many types of music
… the many positives my wife brings to my life
… a supplement to help those with lactose intolerance
… the ways people step forward to help others in need
… college and universities, especially Bowling Green State University, the University of Cincinnati, and Cincinnati State Technical and Community College
… fresh herbs that enhance the meal
… having relatives in Europe
… soft toilet paper
… the grocery store clerks who smile
… the internet being a great learning tool
… anything that makes me smile and/or laugh
… pets as we miss ours
… freedom
… all the ways bloggers share their passions and skills
… the many nice bloggers I encounter as they reinforce my belief that the majority of people in the world are good
… WordPress and its community
… being about to write Happy Thanksgiving to all
I’m thankful for The Piano Guys.
Great thoughts! How do I plead on assuming I deserve things & don’t need to be thankful? Guilty!
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I’m thankful that you stopped by my blog & that we connected. I always enjoy your posts & your sense of humor!
Happy Thanksgiving to you, Mrs. Frank, & all of your loved ones.
{Hugs}
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RoSy,
… and I’m thankful for the thoughtful person from the Land of Cheese and Beer with the delightful sense of humor and perspective. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours.
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Frank, I hope you have a lovely holiday, and that your MIL is doing OK. I too am thankful for many things. My family, my in-laws, my job. And, of course, soft toilet paper.
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Elyse,
Regarding my MIL, at least we didn’t receive a phone call last night … so we will find out more today. Thanks for asking. … Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours. Glad you keep a sense of humor about toilets.
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Laughing and crying, you know it’s the same release …
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Peace to you and your family, Frank. Thanks for your thankful list. We all should make one.
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Jim,
Many thanks … and Happy Thanksgiving to you, Melanie, and your family.
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I would like to add to your lovely list – the ability to move to music – to dance;) Happy Gobble Gobble Day;)
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Kimberly,
How and the heck did I leave off a dance reference? … so thanks for adding. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your kids.
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Well done Frank, well done.
The Piano Guys perfect gravy.
Have a good one, Eh! Get shtufffed!
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Hudson,
Thank you … and love your description of The Piano Guys as the perfect gravy. I use my share of videos, so it was important to find the right one. Happy Thanksgiving up there across my northern border.
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Happy Thanksgiving. I applaud and endorse your gratitude list. I sure hope your MIL is improving. Your creative and thoughtful blog is on my list of things to be thankful for–your work always lifts my spirits.
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Patti,
Thanks for the kind words about my little corner of the world .. and cheers to you being one who is willing to stop by. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your dad.
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Wonderful list, Frank! Happy Thanksgiving to you and family. Have a nice holiday.
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Amy,
Many thanks … and Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. Keep working on that gravy! 😉
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Thanks! I won’t be making it this year, Frank. Maybe I will make a special meal just so I can make gravy!
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Great list. Happy Thanksgiving.
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Debra,
Cheers to my favorite Aussie in Italy. 😉 … and Happy Thanksgiving to you.
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I’m thankful for your videos. Happy Turkey Day Frank.
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Lame,
Thank you … and I’m thankful for your sense of humor and for entertaining me with Milton. Beware of carrying large balloons tomorrow. Happy Thanksgiving to you.
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I’m thankful that you shared this… a lot of things on it that one tends to take for granted…
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Bulldog,
Well said because we do take so much for granted. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours in South Africa!
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Nice one Frank ( with you on freedom and soft toilet rolls)
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GFB,
Research shows that a high statistical correlation exists between freedom and soft toilet paper. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours in the UK.
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Awesome, inspirational video to go with your post. The quote from Beethoven was new to me but will be remembered.
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Greg,
I frequently use videos, and finding one to go with the post is important … and being thankful for The Piano Guys, I thought this one offered a variety of perspectives. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours.
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Love your gratitude list Frank, and wishing you a very Happy Thanksgiving 🙂
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Sue,
Thank you, but I had to include how it should be exhaustive. Thanks for dropping by … and I shall return to your blog .. I ask for your patience as my plate is a bit full at this end. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours.
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Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family Frank.
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Catherine,
And to you and yours as well (although that was actually last month for you). 😉
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Wonderful list. Yes, soft toilet paper cannot be taken for granted. I remember my 8 yr. old shock at my grandmother’s house in Mexico one Christmas…”But Mom, this is like notebook paper!” And I don’t want to take for granted your posts that keep our fingers on the pulse of a very interesting community.
In “My Best Friend’s Wedding” I love George’s line at the end of the movie “Let there be dancing.” I tried to find a youtube video of that scene…but alas, can’t find it. You will have to find that film and enjoy the last 10″…it’s wonderful.
I will keep you all, MIL and FIL in my thoughts. Happy Thanksgiving.
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Georgette,
The notebook paper comment made me laugh .. oh my my … many of us have been there. Thanks for the kind words and best wishes regarding our family situation … which is a bit agonizing – but hey – she gave us much for which to be thankful!
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What a wonderful list, Frank! I especially appreciate your mention of soft toilet paper, as I live in a land where that is hard to come by. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.
Hugs from Ecuador,
Kathy
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Kathy,
You have lived in enough places to know that each has its own positives and negatives. Let’s hope the soft makes its way there soon! Happy Thanksgiving to you and Sara.
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I, too, was surprised that you left dancing off your thankfulness list? Otherwise it was a wonderful collection of thoughts that genuinely reflects who you are, and your ability to uncover the positives in life. In fact, on my recent trip to China/Taiwan where the only English speaking TV channel available was CNN International, I found myself watching Anthony Bourdain happily describing the mysterious collection of foods he was eating that day, and thinking – THAT’S FRANK! You bring exactly the same excitement and energy to the way you view the world, and through your blog we all benefit. Happy Thanksgiving and keep on blogging!
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Tim,
Well now, you are the adventurous eater, so you are much closer to Mr. Bourdain than I … but I see your point. Many thanks for the kind words, and we will be in touch.
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happy Thanksgiving, Frank – very beautiful thanksgiving list and classical music video shared here today. you are such a blessing, thank you so much. cheers!
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Happy Thanksgiving, Frank! I loved your list, enjoy our friendship, and all the references to toilet paper in the comments made me laugh!
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That’s a beautiful thankful list, Frank. Very thankful for being your friend! 🙂
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family and very special wishes for your MIL.
🙂
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Frank,
Thanks for posting your thoughts on Thanksgiving. They are things we need to remind ourselves of each day. John
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John,
Welcome first-time commenter … especially because I don’t get many visitors from BlogSpot. Don’t we all take too much for granted? Way too much! Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours.
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Happy Thanksgiving Frank —
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LouAnn,
Many thanks for remembering us on the south side of our border. Continued blessing to you and your family.
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This is a teary thank you and thankfulness from me to you. At this time…thoughts of both my parents, Mom and Step-Dad who are now at peace and once again together. I am thankful for that even though it is difficult letting go. So I’ve decided to keep them both with me in rousing spirit. With belief and faith…everything truly does come out right. What a gift your are. Thinking of you and Mrs. aFA today…and wrapping thankful arms around you both. Raye
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Glad I was able to deliver something simple that turned out to be at the right time. Your appreciation makes me smile. Stay strong today with some smiles because that’s what we are trying to do, too! Happy Thanksgiving to the Rose City Queen!
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Third time around watching the video you sent.
Third time around reaching for the tissues…
Happy Thanksgiving to my walking-around-our-beautiful-neighbourhood Friend.
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That means I did well. 🙂
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Yes. as usual, she said smiling.
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Don’t forget the video on this post!
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Watched it and spent several more minutes trolling other Piano Guys videos. Loved the African singer singing and cellist cello-ing a version of Cold Plays music.
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Heard about that one … but not seen it yet. They do a wonderful Carol of the Bells.
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Correction … I have seen that one!
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Happy Thanks Giving, Frank! Your gratitude list made me smile big this morning, and I love the Piano Guys!! Have an extraordinarily lovely holiday!
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🙂
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Victoria,
Wonderful to get your greeting on this Thanksgiving Day morning! It’s a good video for the day! Cheers to your day!!!
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Turkey’s in the oven.
Best list ever – fresh herbs and soft toilet paper ( among other things). You really know life. Enjoy the day and Happy Thanksgiving to all!
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Mouse,
Hopefully some holiday treats for the animals, too! 🙂 Many thanks … and Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours.
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That’s quite a thankful list, good for you. And Happy Thanksgiving.
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Cayman,
In the big scheme of things, the list is too short … but it is about to look at what we take for granted. Happy Thanksgiving!!!!
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We all have much to be thankful for. May you and your family have a Happy Thanksgiving.
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Hansi,
Many thanks and all the best to you, your family, and of course, you pencils and drawing pad!
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I’m very late here, Frank. It has been a very busy (but good) couple of days. Thank you for your wonderful list of Thankfullness and I wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving.
Cathy
PS: I love the Piano Guys, too!
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Cathy,
No big deal … I just thankful that you thought enough of me to stop by. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours.
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So many things to be thankful for, Frank. It does us good to list them all once in a while. Love the Piano Guys. 🙂 Hope you’ve had a really blessed Thanksgiving.
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AD,
So many that we take so much for granted, at least that is true for me. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours. Enjoy Costa Rica.
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Soft toilet paper–oh that reminds me, I need to buy some. Hope you had a great holiday!
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TBM,
Get to the store! 😉 Enjoy your weekend!
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So many wonderful things to be THANKFUL for on your list. Today, I am THANKFUL to, Marina, for showcasing you one her blog. I have found that your blog is very interesting. This video is fantastic. ~~~~ : – )
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Isadora,
Welcome first-time commenter … and a friend of Marina’s is a friend of mine. As you can tell by the Categories on the side bar, my topics are wide ranging. One of the subpages of the About page will tell you my typical schedule. Meanwhile, there are many things to be thankful for!
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