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Thanksgiving is soon upon us. This secular American holiday reminds us of the importance of cultivating an attitude of gratitude, even in the midst of everything going on in our lives and the craziness of the world around us. In his book, This Grateful Heart, the poet Alden Solovy offers us this prayer to help us remember to give thanks:

To whom shall I give this grateful heart,
This joy that shines through the center of my being?
To you my friends,
Who hold me, support me, and carry me along the way.
To You, my God,
Source of strength and hope.

To whom shall I give these praising lips,
This gladness that echoes from the depths of my voice?
To you my friends,
Who teach me, guide me, and honor me along the way.
To You, my God,
Source of wisdom and truth.

To whom shall I give these powerful hands, This energy that infuses my bone and sinew?
To you my friends.
Together we will build this world into a temple of justice and peace.
To You, my God.
Together we will bring the light of holiness and love.

Blessed are you, my friends,
In our moments of celebration together
And our moments of service to each other.

Blessed are You, God of All Being,
Source of my life,
Creator of joy and gratitude.

Karen, Judah, and Elisheva (for whom I am grateful every day) join me in wishing you a very Happy Thanksgiving!