People & Relationships

Thanksgiving Day Thanks

By Sheri & Bob Stritof, About.com GuidesNovember 22, 2012

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If you are celebrating Thanksgiving today, we hope you have a wonderful day. Consider sharing with one another a list of the things you are each most thankful for. And remember the importance of saying thank you to your spouse on a daily basis.

Dr. Terri Orbuch: "How important is it to thank your beloved? Consider this: In my long-term study of marriage and divorce, couples who expressed frequent gratitude to each other were the happiest in their marriages by a significant margin."
Source: Dr. Terri Orbuch. "Improve Your Marriage With One Little Word." HuffingtonPost.com. 11/22/2011.

When we reflect on our life together and read how others show their appreciation for their spouse, we are so very

... thankful for our loving, affirming, and supportive 49-year marriage to one another.
... thankful for our tremendous four children.
... thankful for our two wonderful daughter-in-laws.
... thankful for our sweet four grandchildren.
... thankful to still have my delightful mom in our lives.
... thankful for the many moments of laughter, comfort, tenderness, and support from one another.
... thankful for our understanding and helpful friends.
... thankful that we live in such a beautiful locale.
... thankful that we can still travel.
... thankful for our home.
... thankful for our good health.
... thankful for caring and qualified medical professionals in our rural area.
... thankful for the Internet which allows us to work together and from home.
... thankful for you, our loyal readers.
... and thankful for apple pie!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Photo Credit: Ken Stritof