Thank You Thanksgiving

With Thanksgiving around the corner, everyone has been asking me what I am thankful for. One of my friends; however, asked a more complicated question. She said I know that there are so many things everyone is thankful for, but if you could only keep three things of your life - whether that be family or friends too - what would you keep? As I ponder what seems to be a simple question, I realize that I am so ungrateful for everything I have. Family and friends would be number one priority, but if I could only keep one other thing? My house, my bed, my clothes, these everyday things we complain about now seemed to be my most valuable possessions. Suddenly my house didn't seem to be too small, my bed wasn't as bad as I thought it was, and my clothes didn't need to be replaced so often. I take so many things for granted. Complaining for a new phone when my current one is perfectly fine, wanting new clothes when what I have is more than enough, and most of all comparing myself to all the people who have more than me. My parents always told me to think of those who have less than you and appreciate what you have. I guess in a place like Fountain Valley, we don't really see the true unfortunate people. As I consider what I'm thankful for on Thanksgiving, I think that I'm grateful for Thanksgiving itself. I'm glad that this simple holiday got me to realize that I should be more grateful for what I have. Thank You Thanksgiving.