I am thankful that I’m in good health.

I am thankful that, despite my money problems, I am considered “rich” compared to the vast bulk of the world’s population.

I am thankful that I haven’t seen any Xmas decorations yet.

I am thankful that the Democrats took over Congress.

I am thankful that I have a job, a car that runs, and heat in my home.

I am thankful that I don’t have “very low food security.”

I am thankful that I don’t have to watch for suicide bombers wherever I go.

I am thankful that when I needed to get my tooth drilled I could do so quickly and without paying very much.

I am thankful that I can connect to thousands of people each week instantly and share stories and ideas freely.

I am thankful, similarly, that I live in a country where I can run a site like this without being arrested or shut down in some way.

These are just a few things that I’m thankful for, there are thousands of others. What about you?