Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday, and with each year, my appreciation for it deepens.

I have so much for which to be thankful:

• I live in America. Most people in the world would choose to live here if they could.
• I have been presented with many opportunities. Some I have seized. Others I have squandered. Nevertheless, I’m grateful for all of them. I am more grateful that they keep coming for all who are open to them.
•  I married well. That choice produces fruit every day.
• My kids make me proud. We live without regret in our relationships. I realize how uncommon that is.
• I can worship anywhere, anytime, without fear or repercussions. That liberty is precious to me.
• Perhaps among my chief benefits is where I get to work and with whom I get to work alongside. I cherish the opportunity to wear the PalletOne jersey.

So, as I read this, I realized it could be perceived as a “brag” list. I hope you won’t take it that way.

Here’s how I wish you’d take it.

Chances are, your Thanksgiving list would be similar to mine:

• Good job? I hope so.
• People you love and who love you.
• Great community where you live.
• Available opportunities to make your life better.

Happy Thanksgiving! We are blessed!