For rest and shelter of the night,
For health and food, for love and friends,
For everything Thy goodness sends."
Ralph Waldo Emerson
Thanksgiving is a time to ponder and give thanks for things in your life. As I do this, I am overwhelmed with how very much I have to be thankful for. I am having a hard time putting into words all that brings me joy and gratitude.
As a nurse, we work holidays. This year, one of my holidays is Thanksgiving. As it is hard to be away from my family while they are all gathered together for great food, company and holiday cheer, I think about my patients. They are here because they are sick and can't be with their families either. When I think of this, I am thankful for my job. I am thankful for my health and my family and friends' health. I am thankful that even though I have to work during the main family meal, I get to go home after my shift and spend time with family and friends. My patients have to stay at the hospital. They don't get to go home today.
Each and every day there is something to be thankful for. Give Thanks!
"Small cheer and great welcome makes a merry feast."
William Shakespeare
