After my post yesterday, I read several others from people who also had a “different” Thanksgiving. They also expressed their gratitude for those loved ones in their lives. So many times we all want to put our happy face out on social media. And I think it is good to be optimistic and have a positive attitude. At the same time, there is value in sharing our struggles. I know I was encouraged hearing about how others shared in a similar situation as me. It helped me not to feel so alone in the experience. And it helped me to keep my focus on what is truly important – the loved ones around us at each moment.

I Found God today in shared experiences.