The fourth Thursday in November is Thanksgiving Day for those of us who live in the U. S. The day is surrounded by traditions and myths and a reminder to be thankful for what we have.
Some of the things for which I’m thankful:
Having met and married a wonderful lady and having 57 years together (so far). A lady who has traveled the country with me; indulged my hobbies, including once having had a rattlesnake in the laundry room (in a secure cage) and a pile of cameras; and enjoyed the bears in the yard.
Our two kids who are now middle-aged adults (hopefully they won’t be offended to be called middle-aged) and nice people with whom we are good friends –
Our three granddaughters, now young adults; one a PhD candidate, one a teacher and one a college student –
That I could spend 52 years working in forest and field, seeing some wonderful and fascinating things along the way and, hopefully, leaving the world a bit better.
My parents who brought me into this world: my mother who helped me catch my first snake and my father who introduced me to the world of forest and field –
That I can still walk several miles every day to enjoy the woods and waters.
And the natural world: it’s plants and animals; its hills and mountains; streams and lakes and rivers; rain and snow; sunshine and wind and sunsets.
Hopefully you too have things for which to be thankful, not just on Thanksgiving Day but each and every day.
6 comments:
I'm thankful for being alive, but did your mother really help you catch your first snake!?
"did your mother really help you catch your first snake!?"
Yes indeed, it was a garter snake that promptly vomited a half digested frog. The regurgitated frog didn't seem too bother her too much, she was a good sport.
So great a tribute to so many. All are outdoors! Your mom/parents and mine sound akin - no lessons of fear of snakes, spiders, etc. needlessly instilled. Nice images and awareness there's much to be grateful for and proud of. Children becoming your friends in adulthood is a treasure. Take care, Woody. We are grateful for having met you. Kim (and M) in PA
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Such a nice tribute to your family and those who have touched your life. I too am very thankful especially because few close loved ones have been touched by Covid and those that have recovered without hospitalization. I am thankful too for the vaccine now available to two of my three granddaughters who have had their first shots.
Hi Woody! I love your list and really enjoyed seeing the photos. You have lived a blessed life! I envy how much time you spend in the wild!!
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