Jane Hobson
Ah yes – the September heatwave has come and gone. School is in full swing. Pumpkin spice everything is everywhere. The air is fresh and cool once again as colourful leaves float to the ground. October has arrived.
Thanksgiving seems to be one of the few times of year when people genuinely — albeit briefly — take a step back from their otherwise hectic day-to-day routines. This unique holiday, which dates back to October of the early-1600s, is one of the few on the calendar that does not require expensive gifts or elaborate parties. The second weekend in October is all about being thankful for the sweeter things in life, like friends and family.
Here’s what people around Lanark County are saying about what they are thankful for.
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- “I am giving thanks for my amazing family and friends who support me through everything,” says Natasha. “In these politically tremulous times, I’m giving thanks for living in a safe and stable country where everyone has a space,” says Scott. Submitted photo.
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- “I am thankful to live in Carleton Place because here people truly understand what the meaning of ‘community’ is. To me, community means being caring, kind, thoughtful and friendly,” Kory Earle. Submitted photo.
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- This has been a very special year and I have a lot to be thankful for. I am thankful for my fiancé who will become my husband this month; for the happiness and love that has surrounded us over the past few months of our engagement. I am also really thankful for the health and safety of my friends and family, those both near and far. Lastly, I am thankful for our newly adopted fur-baby Todd, who has brought so much joy and laughter into our home!” Jessica Smith. Submitted photo.
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- “I’m thankful for all the great individuals in my life like my Mom and Dad and my friends – I’ve known most of them for my whole life. I’m thankful for the opportunities I have been given in my life and the people I’ve been fortunate enough to meet because they all taught me something. I could go on and on,” Adam Fulton. Submitted photo.
