The most important thing that I am thankful for is my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I am so thankful that he died for me on that cross. As the song goes, he could have called Ten Thousand Angels to take Him off. He died so you and I could live. I am thankful to have a God who loves me. I am thankful that we have the freedom to worship how and where I want. I am thankful for forgiveness even when I don’t deserve it. I am so thankful for my family. I am thankful for waking up every day to spend time with the Lord and with my family. He has blessed me with a loving husband, three wonderful kids and seven beautiful grandkids. 

Debra Emerson

Hayes, Va. ...