We all have something to be thankful for. Whether it be so mundane as to just being alive, or something as super as finally getting that new Mercedes you've always dreamed of (I guess most of us would like to experience that thrill).
I think, just the fact that we live in this great country are grounds enough to be thankful. Where you go from here is really a personal question on the topic of what you expect from life. You may ask yourself: What does life owe me? What do I owe those that depend on me? What do I owe myself? Do you feel compelled to give of yourself something to those less fortunate? All seemingly valid questions to kick off this holiday season.
Is the welfare of your fellow countrymen a concern of yours? What about the welfare of all mankind and womankind around the globe? What about our overall flagrant disregard for the environment worldwide? More questions to ask ourselves.
We are all a day older than yesterday. What do you want to accomplish in your lifetime? If you are like me in the 2nd half century of life, what do you wish to accomplish with the time you have remaining? What is our responsibility to the future generations? Do we leave them a better world or the remnants of the world ravaged?
As Americans in this new millennium, we are besieged by news of all the turmoil in the world. Yet, we are envied and veiled in the same breath. Do we let our leadership take us down questionable paths, both hypercritical and self serving or do we stand up for what we know in our hearts is right and just? Can we reach out to help teach other peoples what it really means to be independent, free and an American. Will we still be the beacon of light that will shine brightly for all to see?
Remember the values this country was founded on. Remember our Declaration of independence, and the Constitution that men sacrificed and died for. Are these mere words on old paper or do they still really stand for something both moral and decent.
Many thoughts and questions to ponder on the eve of a new Thanksgiving as we prepare to feast in celebration of all our blessings.
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