Thanksgiving thoughts
This season of thanks-giving used to be a simple fanciful memory of Pilgrims and Indians sharing a harvest feast together: disregarding differences, appreciating good things given and shared, appreciating that we none of us survive alone. We thank each other, we express gratitude to whatever Providence has looked after us, whether a European God or an American Great Spirit. It was all about a simple exhortation: “Count your blessings, and say thank you!” That’s the ideal presented: a wonderful... Sign in to see full entry.