Trying to be Thankful in 2023

I feel it is more challenging than ever to carve away the chaos and destruction so that we can focus on what we should be thankful for.

Yes, there is beauty in the world which we must seek out and cherish.

Yes, there is kindness and generosity in our midst which we must champion and promulgate.

Yes, there is dialogue and open mindedness which we must resurrect and cultivate.

Skimming national and international current events on any day reinforces the reality that the space to find gratitude is smaller that it used to be. But it is there.

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful and committed citizens can change the world;

indeed it's the only thing that ever has. Margaret Mead

On this recent Thanksgiving, I hope that all of you had blessings to celebrate. Perhaps the task will be easier for all of us next year.

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