Happy Thanksgiving

I admit, I have a bit of a problem with the whole thanksgiving thing. I

don't think the pilgrims had thanking the Indians in mind when they stole their land

and decimated their numbers.

I do however, concur with the idea of being thankful. Our local UU minister, Jane Bechle, said it well last Sunday, "we should give thanks not just for our joys but for all the experiences that have

brought us to where we are today" or words to that effect.

It would be impossible to make a list of all the things one is thankful for but I'm make an attempt.

For this planet that has just the right balance of elements to support life. For the water and the air, the earth and the fire that warms us, and the spirit that nurtures our soul's inner flame.

For a country where we're able to speak freely, worship freely, and pursue happiness. Though the nation isn't perfect, it could be much worse.

For shelter and food.

For my wife - who keeps me sane

For my family - who drives me insane

For my friends who give me outside perspective, and keep me searching

For past experiences good or bad, That have expanded my knowledge

for all those, but especially the young, who are waking up to the injustices around us. I don't expect the changes to come soon enough to help my generation, But I do have hope for the future.

And these are all things you can't buy on black Friday. So I'm staying home :)

Stay tuned. I’m hoping to post more regularly now. Maybe switch over to wordpress..maybe  I’ve got some new ideas for post so we’ll see how it works out