Many reasons why I am thankful but I’ll list just a few. First, that God is real and His love and guidance is there for us to use and to share with those who need and want His help. Second, our nation was blessed by Him from the beginning, and even though we often ignore the blessings, He will forgive and be there when our eyes are opened and we call out for His help again, a gift that the world cannot provide! Next, the life He has given me, the family that grows, and the friends who are there over the years, who stay friends, even through the hard and hurtful times because they care and are able to put the friendship first when needed. Now, I pray that He will give me all I need to always be that kind of friend.

Dawn Dale

Hayes, Va. ...