Thanksgiving ...

On October 2, 2012, I celebrated (mentally) 20 heartwarming years in Canada. I can officially say that I have lived more than half my life here!

On this special 20^th Anniversary Thanksgiving weekend, I am most thankful for my family and my friends. Everyone has contributed to my growth as an individual … daughter, sister, wife, friend, and most importantly, mom!

Recently, my oldest wrote his autobiography for a school assignment and I quote the following excerpts from his work:

I’m really not sure what makes me a worthwhile friend, but friendship means a lot to me.

I don’t really know how to describe my character. But I would say my physical appearance is okay, but not so great, normal, regular and fine.  

This is the same kid, who at 5 years of age was worried about not looking like a “Canadian”! 6 years later, his writing reflects how Canadian he is!

I am so thankful for him and so proud of him.

My youngest, on the other hand, has this tendency to invite everyone to our home. He doesn’t write yet, however this one trait of his reflects his being Canadian J Always welcoming!

While I am on a roll here mentioning the great Canadians in my life, I will also add a few excerpts from my friend K’s comments in response to My Family post from August 21, 2012.

I have a few friends … who used to get asked where they were from a lot. I think people ask in the hopes of starting a conversation or curiosity.

Canada is a multi-cultural place. Being Canadian means having the privilege to understand all cultures which makes us more informed and inevitably smarter and nicer!

On that note, Happy Thanksgiving Canada!