Be Thankful
This past week we were surrounded with the smells of turkeys, hams, casseroles and pies wafting through the house as we curled up on the couch to watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade. In moments like this it’s easy to sit back and think of all the reasons we are thankful.
As we continue I must put out this disclaimer: The author of this column is a huge momma and daddy’s boy. I can’t tell you how much they have done for me and I’ll be forever thankful for them.
I am beyond blessed to have the career and coworkers I have and I’m thankful for all the people I’ve had the opportunity to meet at Carman and every family I’ve had the privilege to work with. Don’t get me wrong, I still argue with the coworkers but I see them so frequently it’s like they have become my immediate family.
I’m thankful for the sounds and sights of the holiday season. Nov. 1st was and always be Christmas music day! I take heat from everyone in the office but someone has to be annoying…might as well be me! I say annoying but really who doesn’t love Christmas music?
Last year I said if you’ve ever laid eyes on me you can tell that I’m thankful for the food during thanksgiving and Christmas…well that statement still stands…for sure even more this year! That thought needs to go into a new year’s resolution. More on that topic when the time comes.
I’m thankful for my friends each and every one of them.
I’m thankful for the opportunity to serve my community.
I’m thankful for a community that helps its community.
I’m so thankful for my brothers and sister Casey, Todd, Harry and Ash (Junebug)
I’m thankful for the memories I shared with my sister Katrina that passed.
I’m thankful for my brother and sister-in-law Patrick and Eva.
I’m thankful for my nieces Franca, AJ, Baleigh, Isabella, Abby and Luke.
I’m thankful for my great niece Hazel Katrina.
Take time out of your busy day to just stop and be thankful; not just during Thanksgiving season, but try every day!
I understand that we all get busy but find a second in the day to stop and tell someone you love that you’re thankful for them! When you stop and smell the turkey, open your eyes and know that without the one’s you hold close to your heart you wouldn’t be the best you, you can be. Be thankful!
Flatwoods Christmas Parade, Dec. 7
Russell Christmas Parade, Dec. 5
Raceland Christmas Parade Dec. 7
Central Parks lights are up and running!
Go out, bundle up, and enjoy this beautiful season with family and friends and make memoires!
Willie Nelson once said, “When I started counting my blessings, my whole life turned around.” I think this statement speaks for itself and we all can take from it.
I hope each and every one of you had the happiest of Thanksgivings! You are loved!
Until next time, Life, taxes and…
Josh
