What Will We Choose on Thanksgiving Day?

We can choose to be sad or choose to be glad.
By expressing thanks for the blessings we’ve had,

Our joy will increase and we’ll conquer disease;
Infections weaken when we have inner peace.

Even in solitude, we can pursue gratitude,
It’s a healthy, life-giving attitude.

If we are still breathing, that’s the place to start
Let’s not take for granted a beating heart.

Each day and each hour is a gift treasure;
Understanding this truth bring us pleasure.

It frees us from resentment and fear,
And gives us courage to love and share;

Though sharing with others what we’ve been given,
We will find joy on this side of heaven.