In the United States, the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday is likely to be different than it has been in the past. Many families won’t be getting together in person. Countless family traditions will be suspended or adapted to cope with pandemic life. Aunt Lucy won’t be making her famous mashed potatoes this year because she’s staying home. And instead of traveling over the river and through the woods to Grandma’s house, you may break bread virtually…

With how heavy the world has been feeling lately, it has been easy to ‘hate’ on 2020. I have become overwhelmed by it all at times, but one of the best ways to ground myself has been to reflect on what I am grateful for.   As we head into the Thanksgiving break here in the states, I wanted to share what I am thankful for – even in a year that has challenged us all…