Thanksgiving

I can see the future conversations we will have regarding the year 2020. With so much loss and emotion pouring from her we have all experienced a time that will not be forgotten in our lifetimes. The events of the year are too numerous to mention all in one single blog, or thought. We simply should sigh a bit and say the year, "2020."

However, equally, I feel that there are far too many reasons to give thanks for what we have been given this last year. Some of these reasons come swiftly to mind.

I am thankful for friends and family who have come together during this time to support one another. True that some have not found their way to see eye to eye with us. However, I am optimistic that their personal struggles will eventually weather away. They too will be at our table in the coming years with stories to share. We will definitely be there to listen.

Listening has been what we learned. The extra time afforded us to pause for a different point of view has been a blessing. Though we may not agree or falter form our own beliefs we know that we have learned something. Being understood is in itself a blessing, but in no way expected. Being accepted for having a compassionate heart drives us.

I am forever thankful for what the lord has allowed us to learn. Through his hand and the struggles of others our faith in mankind is being renewed. The future holds remarkable change and a bounty of experiences together that can only be defined as love.