Friend,

I know this year has been anything but great and some may struggle to feel 'thankful' in any way. With people being separated during this Holiday Season, others not able to afford a proper meal, and still others fighting this dreaded virus/illness or grieving the loss of a loved one (just to name a few), you might have to dig deep to muster up an attitude of gratitude.

But if you are reading this, remember that there are 1.6 Billion people on our planet who lack adequate housing. If you have safe shelter, clothes to keep you warm, food in your refrigerator, a bed to crawl into at night, and someone to call friend, YOU ARE BLESSED.

I know there is still much to celebrate.

And, this year, as you give thanks I would like you to give thanks for YOU!

Celebrate that you are still here, fighting the good fight.

You made it through some big challenges and you are still standing.

And you still have the capacity to love, grow and to cherish all that is beautiful in life.

So today, I send you my very best and sincere wishes. Know that I give thanks for YOU, that I care about you and hope you continue to be infinitely blessed no matter where you find yourself.