It's Thanksgiving today, which has always been one of my favorite holidays. It's not just that there's nothing more American than a holiday dedicated to overeating and football. I also like the idea of setting aside a day to be thankful for what you've got.
And I've got a lot to be thankful for-- a good job, a great dog, a wonderful family, and thanks to SteelyKid:
I've got more to be thankful for every week.
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http://www.mazepath.com/uncleal/turduck.htm
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