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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nEach year at this time, we give thanks for the people and experiences that have enriched our lives. But this year, with all that 2020 has dumped on us, I feel it's even more important to take time out to get in touch with gratitude and appreciation for the good things in our lives. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
I hope you'll do the same, and share your feelings with friends and loved ones. It's remarkable how such a little thing can make you and them feel a little bit better. It's contagious. Viral, even (see what I did there?). This is the kind of thing that's WORTH spreading around. Let expressions of gratitude and thanks replace the hugs and kisses that we're missing out on this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here are my thoughts on thankfulness and gratitude:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I'm grateful for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- My amazing wife for all she is and does<\/li>
- three incredible children. Strong of will, character and intellect, and full of joy and imagination. Watching them grow is one of life's greatest rewards!<\/li>
- Our 4 cats (Luke, Luna, Rue, and Pixie), and our dog, (Rosie)! for filling our house with unconditional love, attitude (cats, right?) chaos and fun. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Rosie<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n - My father, from whom I'm still learning every day, even though he's been gone for 23 years.<\/li>
- My Mom, for everything. Just everything!<\/li>
- My sisters, brother-in-law, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.<\/li>
- My friends, colleagues, co-workers and clients, and the opportunity to serve so many fun, interesting and creative people, in an industry an career I find simply fascinating. <\/li>
- The opportunity to share my knowledge, experience and what wisdom I've attained by teaching students from all walks of life. <\/li>
- The technology to make just about anything possible. <\/li>
- My early introduction to the field of online courses, memberships, distance-education. This has allowed me and my businesses to thrive through these very difficult times.<\/li>
- All of the abundance in my life<\/li>
- And most of all, I'm grateful for my health and that of my family, friends and loved ones.<\/li>
- Finally, I'm grateful for you, gentle reader! <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
I hope that you, too are healthy, happy, and able to find some things to be thankful for this holiday season. Please spread your gratitude.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Happy Thanksgiving!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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