Thanksgiving - the meaning

 What does Thanksgiving mean to you? I believe most of us think of it a a big meal with family and/or friends. And I think that is the way most people celebrate it ... most. Some people go to a restaurant for their Thanksgiving meal, some have a more subdued meat, possibly frozen, and some have none at all. Many 'front liners' eat on the run while rushing to treat the sick or injured. I did that for 26 years.

But I think of Thanksgiving as a time of reflection on my life, good and bad, and what I have to be thankful for, which is a lot. Yes I love "breaking bread" with my family and friends, and probably eating too much. I like reminiscing about when I did not have much and realizing what I have today. I think about my parents, who are long past, and good times I had with them. I think about friends and work mates  who are also gone. I think about the children and adults who are hungry and have to depends on other for food. I think about the millions of unemployed who have lost their jobs and businesses because of today's virus pandemic. All of these thoughts and memories cause me to look around the table to see all I have to be thankful for. I have so much to be thankful for starting with my family and friends, mine and my family's heath, none of us are wealthy but still have good jobs, and finally, faith, love and joy for others.

The story is the Pilgrims started Thanksgiving after surviving harsh winters, poor crops and finally meeting Native Americans who helped them get through it all. So they sat all together, over food and gave thanks for surviving and to their new friends. I don't know if that  story is true but I like the thought.

Everyone has experienced bad times and good times, and instead of concentrating on just the bad, focus on the good to lighten your heart and views of your life. I believe that would make you a more positive and happier person, and happiest is catching. Pass the good vibes along to others.

In the midst of our present election times, that idea could very well improve the atmosphere away from the hate that seems to be around lately. The election is OVER, so let's get on with being good Americans and transfer to administration to the winners.

All that being said, I and Nancy wish you a healthy, loving, joyous and thankful Thanksgiving holiday. Take care and stay safe.

Finally, it's over...but is it?

Probably a decade ago, I got really turned off with a show called "The Apprentice". The way Donald Trump could not tolerate some people he hired to do a task, and in his eyes, they failed. 

Fast forward to 2015 when he declared he was running for the Office of US President, I was appalled he could ever think of disgracing the office or thought he could win. But in 2016, he did. Well, not the popular vote, but electoral votes. I was sickened. 

This man who downgrades women, made fun of handicapped individuals and called vets 'losers' if they were captured in combat, just made me sick. He made enemies of our allies, turn his nose up at climate change, and did little to protect the citizens from a pandemic. Believe me, I was elated to hear Joe Biden won in the 2020 election.  But is really over? 

Trump and his team have filed hundreds of lawsuits over the election and stated he was victorious and won the election, and the election was rigged. Do you realize why? He can not stand to lose anything. I read in a New York paper where Trump lose a huge real estate deal several years ago. He hustled outside to his limo, closed the shades and cried like a spoiled baby he is.

Joe Biden may not be the best candidate for president, but he is the only choice we had. We COULD NOT stand another 4 years with Trump running this country. It is going to take more than 4 years to get us back to the proud country we were. I am not saying we did not have faults before Trump, but we are on the verge of civil unrest after his presidency.

Once the supports of Trump had a taste of his reign, they won't give up, like a breast with their taste of fresh meat, they want more.

I don't dislike Trump supporters, I just do not like their views. Some have called democrats radical, I believe some Trump supports are more radical than any democrat I have seen.

The race is over, but the war continues. I advise you ALL to be cool and do what you can to paraphrase Trump, "Make the United States great again."

Take care, stay safe and God have mercy on the Untied States.

It is time to show your power

Today is November 1st. Only two days from now you can show your power by voting. As a citizen, you DO have the power of saying who will run this great country.

Voting is the strongest voice in our country. The people are the force that dictates what happens. Commercials and social media can influence you in many ways, but only you can cut through the 'fake' information to the real truth. 

It does not matter where you live, where you went to school, what your parents or friends think, that vote is yours and ONLY YOURS. Do your homework, research the issues and you will realize the true for yourself.

I don't vote along party lines. I vote for the best person to keep our country strong and free. I served in our military like all of my family males have ever since 1775 to keep us free. I DO NOT like a country or individuals to hack into our system trying to sway the results of OUR election. And I know you do not either. 

The rumor of mail in ballots will corrupt the election is false.  If you're afraid, then vote in person, but vote your consensus, not someone else.

Lies are being thrown from either side of the political isle. Look for the truth and VOTE.