GIVING THANKS

 

Dear George, 

At first I was going to be clever and perverse, writing about all the things I’m not thankful about. However, aside from the national political scene, I couldn’t think of any examples. So, instead, here are some of my more traditional thanks. 

THANKS to my doctors, past and present, to whom I give credit for my still being around at this unholy age. 

THANKS to Katja who made the best turkey dinner ever today and is responsible for at least 90% of the things that have been good for the last 65 years. 

THANKS to our sweet NOLA family who give us a home away from home and let us know that we are loved and cared for. 

THANKS to our Seattle relatives, Greg and Jennifer, who have kept our family homestead in Birch Creek thriving, fulfilling my parents’ dreams. 

THANKS for the new hearing aids I got this week that improve my hearing from near zero to near 100%. Whew! 

THANKS to my poetry writing class and my writers’ group for camaraderie and keeping my wits challenged. 

THANKS to Iko, our miniature schnauzer, who, whether he knows it or not, turns out to be my best buddy for daily outdoor treks. 

THANKS to my FaceTime friends and all our other relatives and friends who keep us connected despite the many miles. 

Love, 

Dave