Gratitude

Today is officially "Thanksgiving Day" here in the U.S. An old tradition dating back a few hundred years. Pilgrims & Indians. Harvest. Family, friendship & appreciation...that sort of thing.

Each generation interpets this holiday differently. Most recently, it's a day of rest & getting ready for Friday--pretty much the official "hell day" of seasonal shopping. Just a quick look through the paper is all it takes: stores opening as early as 4 a.m. with "doorbuster values" that will bring out a stampede of people looking for that illusory Bargain.

Today just a few of us are having dinner, enjoying the usual turkey with all the appropriate side dishes. A bottle of wine. Some music. Maybe games after, or just talking. Tomorrow I'll leave the shopping spree to those more accustomed to the madness. I'll play with my dogs, read a book...think about the people who are far from me, the ones I won't be seeing for the holidays. Still, good memories. Shared memories.

Sorry, guys. Chyna's in a mood. Friends in the game, friends in life, family & loved ones. You're all precious to me.

Happy Thanksgiving.

-Chyna

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