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| The Thankful Tree
Hurricane Sandy in the east and droughts in the west have made this Thanksgiving a special time to reflect on how important our community is. Listening to the wonderful stories of people and groups caring for each other after Sandy is a refreshing change from the usual nightly TV fare. While watching neighbors helping neighbors, I realize that something really beautiful can come out of adversity. There are many lessons to be learned from this experience. I hope that our young people will realize the importance of building community and providing service for others. I also hope that they will learn to honor the wisdom of the first Native Americans, and respect our natural environment.
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Each Thanksgiving I try to provide a project that connects the children in the family with a deeper meaning of giving thanks. This year I liked Daily Candy's Gratitude Jar and the Thankful tree by Simply Vintage Girl. I liked both their ideas and I think we will probably extend them beyond the holidays. Thanksgiving and Gratitude show be celebrated every day.
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