1: conscious of benefit received
2: expressive of thanks
3: well pleased : glad
If anyone in this world has reason to be thankful for material things, it is us in the United States. Even homeless people in our country are cared for, if they choose to accept the services that are provided (and sadly some choose not to accept them.)
However, are we the most wealthy in spirit, mind and soul? I have seen people in other countries with such faith, faith that inspires and humbles me a great deal. I have seen extreme family loyalty and neighborly love...things that we are not exactly known for in this country.
Let's make a real effort this Thanksgiving season to become people of character, and people who are thankful for the things that really matter in life. Let's become truly thankful for our loved ones, and the One looking out for us. These material things really don't matter much, in the grand scheme of things. Let's choose to be well pleased and glad for our friends and family, let's express thanks for a free education and jobs that pay a wage enough to live on and let's become conscious of the benefit we receive from giving to others.
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