WHEREVER YOU ARE on Thanksgiving, whomever you celebrate with, or don’t, I hope your day overflows with gratitude.
Thursday marks a day to reflect. We all have reasons to give thanks, ranging from the material to the more important non-material. Family tops that list for me. There’s nothing better than to be with those we love most. This year that will include all in my immediate family except my son, who flies back to Minnesota from Boston in mid-December for a holiday stay. Unfortunately his sister and her husband, who are coming for Thanksgiving, won’t be here at Christmas. I haven’t seen any of them in a year and I miss them so much my heart hurts.
But, if I’ve learned anything through these empty-nester years, it’s that I need to savor the times I do have with my adult children rather than bemoan the holidays without them. I feel thankful to have at least one of my three—the eldest daughter, her husband and my grandchildren—still living in Minnesota.
We will gather around the table on Thanksgiving, ever grateful for each other.
Likewise, I am grateful for you, my readers. I’ve felt the love this year through my difficult health struggles. In all the chaos in this world, goodness remains. Strong. Bold. Shining. And for that I have every reason to feel thankful.
Happy Thanksgiving!
© Copyright 2023 Audrey Kletscher Helbling
Minnesota Prairie Roots 
yes, every moment with them is so precious, a shared experience of thanks
thank you for your wonderful reminders.
You are welcome, Kathy. Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving to you and Randy!! I will be going to Marilyn’s and we will gather tomorrow for food, laughter and thankfulness! Stopping in Owatonna on my way home on Saturday.
Have a blessed Thanksgiving with Marilyn and family, dear cousin. And then enjoy your time with Andy and family.
Thank you, Audrey. And may you and your family enjoy a truly blessed Thanksgiving.
You are welcome, Denny. A blessed Thanksgiving to you and your dear ones also.
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.
Thank you, Bernadette, and a blessed Thanksgiving to you and yours also.
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your loved ones!
Thank you, Rose. I hope you had a wonderful celebration with family.