Nov. 27, 2025

Thanksgiving

When you have a year in which many bad things happen, it's easy to be surly. When you have a year in which many good things happen, it's easy to take that for granted. Even an in-between year doesn't necessarily result in a thankful perspective. Gratitude, amidst pain, plenty, or both, requires regular consideration of our blessings, and giving thanks to God and the people who make them possible. We can spur on regular consideration if we have a high day of irregular consideration. At least that is the United States' hope when celebrating Thanksgiving. Does it work? Let's find out together. Happy Thanksgiving to all, including prayers for those who are far from home or have lost loved ones.