Comments on: Outside the Box Thankfulness Contest

By: william g anguiano

william g anguiano — Sat, 09 Oct 2010 20:44:59 +0000

1: The fact that I don’t have cable television! The reason being that I am not stuck glued to a tv all day and find that with out TV I have so much free time I can get things done in, I love it. I had Cable growing up as a kid but now that I’m on my own and no longer have it I find that I don’t really miss it!
2: The fact that I live a block from the beach/boardwalk entertainment area here in my town. You think that having to listen to all those screaming kids at night evry night would get to a person, but no it’s actually kinda nice and calming. Just knowing others are happy and having fun, kinda does the same for you……Plus who doesn’t like waking up next to a beach every day!?
3: The fact that my family lives two states away. It gives me so much more freedom and plus I don’t have to deal with all the petty family drama every time it comes up! Gotta love that although I do miss them sometime, but hey I can always go visit them right!

By: Katherine Powers

Katherine Powers — Sat, 09 Oct 2010 08:46:59 +0000

I’m thankful for my husband of 31 years, He is my soul mate.I am so thankful for the two wonderful children that we have in our lives. We have been given a gift that has allowed us to experience how when two people really respect each other it shines through our children.

By: William G Anguiano

William G Anguiano — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 06:25:17 +0000

1: I am thankful that I live out side of town in the middle of nowhere, because I used to be homeless and would rather be living way out here than out their on the streets in the cold!

2: I am thankful that I have and ungratefull employer, and that it takes me half an hour to drive to work (the graveyard shift), Because with todays economy and the way things are I am lucky to have a job and steady income even if its not what would prefer!

3: I am thankful for the stray cat that I have unoficially “adopted”, who expects me to feed her and let stay inside, because when i get lonley here in the midle of nowhere in the middle of the night and am unable to sleep I can talk to her and have some company!

By: Julia

Julia — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:57:30 +0000

I am thankful that I still look forward to seeing my husband after 25 years.

I am thankful for the hummingbirds outside my window reminding me that life is a beautiful dance

I am thankful I have found my passion in life so that everyday is an adventure

By: Al Koman

Al Koman — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:03:58 +0000

I am thankful for the TV show Deal or no Deal as it takes me away from the real world just for a little while. The models are beautiful. Also for my DVR that records the show so I can watch when I need it the most. Thankful for one of our stupid cats (that I don’t like) as if can make you laugh when you least susspect it. Thankful to say I can still act like a 9 YO even when I am 50.

By: Margarita Ybarra

Margarita Ybarra — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:52:15 +0000

The three things I am grateful for are:
1) My husband because when I’m feeling down or start to doubt myself in my career, he is always there to give me the encouragement and support that I need. He always seems to see the positive when I can’t.
2) My two dogs because they always provide that unconditional love.
3) My parents because if it wasn’t for them I would not be here!

By: Shauna

Shauna — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:41:01 +0000

The three things I am grateful for are my dog, chocolate and my car.

My Dog – I love it when I pull into my driveway and I see his little face in the window. He gets so excited when I come home. This always makes me laugh and I look foward to it everyday. When I am having a bad day I know that he will always cheer me up.

Chocolate – I love chocolate and this is the best stess reliever. I think chocolate should be considered one of the major food groups .

My car – What can I say, I love my car. It provides transporation to and from work, grocery shopping, errands, lunch dates, hair appointments, etc and it sure beats walking. Having a car gives you the freedom to drive anywhere that you want plus you can also pick up a friend or family member in need.

By: MaryEllen Shown

MaryEllen Shown — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:06:08 +0000

I’m thankful for our Founding Fathers, who dedicated their lives to the creation of a government that would honor God and bless and serve the people of this great nation. I’m thankful for the watchdogs who are currently pointing to the mistakes made that have led us down a dangerous path of destruction. And I’m thankful that God allows u-turns — if we are willing to listen to the watchmen on the walls and go back to basics that will put this country back on the right track.

By: Phoebe Macias

Phoebe Macias — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:34:36 +0000

I am thankful for:

(1) The ability to communicate thoughts and feelings. Not only can I do so in English, Taiwanese, Mandarin, Spanish, French, and American Sign Language, but also with body language, facial expressions, laughter, smiles, tears, frowns, etc… This ability makes us distinctly human. We would be like robots or zombies without it. What a boring world it would be!

(2) The ability to remember things (neutral, good, and bad)! If we couldn’t remember anything, we would have to learn the same thing over and over again. In fact, we would not be able to learn or even accomplish anything. Good memories bring joy and add value to our lives. They can also inspire us. Bad memories enable us to avoid repeating the same mistakes and can even keep us humble.

(3) The ability to believe/have faith. This is what gives us hope and purpose. It is what motivates us to go on despite difficulties, naysayers, obstacles, tragedies, or setbacks that we may encounter. In short, it is what gives us strength to persevere and improve daily.

By: Rhonda

Rhonda — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:43:13 +0000

1. I am thankful I can meet hundreds of people around the world without leaving my home office.
2. I am thankful that the sun sets at night and allows me to have time to reflect, rejuvenate, and replenish for a new day.
3. I am thankful for the rain forests and the beauty and secrets they protect.