Thankful for A Quarantine Thanksgiving

I am thankful to see another holiday season. The gamble of family gatherings outside of the usual household is too high. It seems like many families believe getting together during a pandemic is the right thing to do. I understand living for the moment is crucial to some, but what about tomorrow? Every tomorrow starts with the decisions that you make today. Only time will tell if the actions of many over the Thanksgiving holiday will result in a negative outcome. I understand another day is not promised to anyone, but risking the health of someone you love who could be vulnerable to illness is selfish.

Usually, I go to my relatives for Thanksgiving Day. This year, I stayed home and cooked my meal with my grandchildren, who live with me.  At first, they were bummed that we were going to travel. I psyched them up about all the holiday decorating we are going to do, which calmed the disappointment. Dinner went well. I didn’t burn anything. We did a family FaceTime with my siblings to say grace and bless our tables. The kiddies ate more because they were allowed to serve themselves than if I would have dished their plates. We were all thankful for the food, the video connection with others, and a chance to greet the holiday season humbled. 

We wrapped the front door, made a holiday table runner, and decorated a live Christmas tree. It was a full day and the time spent will last in the memory of the grandchildren for years to come. I have to say; I’m thankful for my health as well as the health of my children and grandchildren. The ability to put food on the table is a blessing beyond measure as it has become an anomaly for so many across the country lately. My wish is for everyone who doesn’t have a stable footing to regain it as the pandemic continues to ravage our nation.

As the remainder of the year continues to fade, be mindful that consideration for others should be a priority. Wearing a mask in public and proper hand sanitization is still necessary. Despite the lows and the separation for those you want to be near, remember every day above ground is a day to be thankful.