Happy Thanksgiving
Being grateful for all we have is universal.
Thanksgiving is something we all need
As we draw towards the American celebration of Thanksgiving, I wanted to find out the meaning behind it and this is what I found.
Thanksgiving is a chance to appreciate the good things in life, like family, community, and the riches of the land; gratitude for creation, care for the environment, and recognition of the human need for communion with nature and others. Thanksgiving as a holiday originates from the Native American philosophy of giving without expecting anything in return.
I suppose like Christmas for us, it has largely been commercialised but unlike Christmas that has its roots in the Christian faith, the origins of Thanksgiving are more generic and relevant to everyone, the world over.
My son is currently working in a school in Nepal and is grateful for the experience and loving the beautiful landscapes so I have chosen this photo (not my son) to show gratitude.
How can we be grateful for our beautiful countryside, water,…
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