Happy Thanksgiving

It occurred to me this morning that my Thanksgiving will be incomplete this year. Not only will members of my family be elsewhere, but there are many others I will be wishing were at my table this afternoon.

I've had the pleasure of knowing so many of you both on and off-line: I have happy memories of hugs and laughter, of shared food and drink and the lively conversation that goes with both. So I am thinking of you today, thankful for the times we've had together and wishing so much for more.

So here's a table set for all of you; pull up a chair. I know I'll be with you in spirit today, counting you among the things for which I am so very thankful.


In a year of my life that has seen so much that is hard and challenging, you all have been a tremendous bright spot for me. Thank you for being there, for advising me, for challenging me, for picking me up when I was down, and for keeping me honest (I'd add, "keeping me sane," but that ship sailed a long time ago).

My love to all of you, today and every day...