Sarah: “I’m really thankful for health; to see beauty, to listen to those I love, to speak words of life, to walk the earth and hopefully make it brighter where I go. ”

Haley: “This season I am thankful for so much. One thing that has been on my heart is the fragility of life. Sometimes it can be mysterious or scary, but I am so thankful for it because it always sends my spirit back to the one I am dependent on. For this I am truly thankful.”

Mercedes: “I am grateful for change- changing seasons, changing health, changing thoughts, and changing lives. The knowledge that change is a constant gives constant opportunity for renewed hope. ”

Rebekah: “I am thankful for my small quiet home. It’s my favorite place to be.”

Saralyn: “I am especially thankful for my kitchen table. Throughout the year, it has been the place where my friends and family have gathered to feed their bodies and their souls, and many a friendship has been made around that special piece of furniture.”

Ziza: “I’m thankful for my husband and the journey it’s been to be married. From challenge to triumph and weakness to strength, I’m learning to love in a way that’s beyond myself. I’m grateful to see just how real, raw and lasting that kind of love can be.”

Tracy: “I’m thankful for family who live in a place where leaves turn gold and snow falls lightly. And I’m thankful for friends who have become family.”

Morgan: “This Thanksgiving I am especially thankful for the support of my wonderful family & friends in this season of life to always follow my dreams, no matter how big they are.”

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