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Happy Thanksgiving U.S.A! – 2014

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I sincerely hope all nations have a celebration that’s comparable to our Thanksgiving Day celebration. If we get too caught up in the day-to-day struggle to keep moving forward, it’s nice to know that we can at least set aside one day to just be thankful for whatever little bit it is what we have. Sure there’s historical, political, and for those who choose, even religious ties to this holiday, but it doesn’t have to be that complicated.

Today I’m thankful for:

There is so much to be thankful for in life. Even the things that bother us can most times be turned around and become matters of gratitude. It bothers me that I don’t have a computer that works consistently, but at least I have one. I thank God for every blessing in my life and for the love and patience of those around me who put up with my complaining.

Thank you to everyone who have read, followed, and or supported the ToiBox of Words. Whoever and wherever you are, whether celebrating or not, just know that someone somewhere is likely grateful for you.

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Happy Veteran’s Day U.S.A. – 2014

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Today is the day we remember and honor the end of wars and the signing of peace treaties. This is the day we thank and honor our veterans for serving in wars (appreciated and unappreciated) to protect the ideals of this country…We also get a day off work (some of us).

To everyone else around the world, I wish you a good day and hope that your country also recognizes a day such as this.

This is an updated and reposted post.

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It’s Halloween – 2014

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Halloween is one of those holidays you either love or hate, but fortunately for me, I get to choose to do neither. For many Halloween is full of controversy  and darkness, but for most, it’s just a day that lets kids run free with their imaginations and fantasies and lets adults act like kids for a while. Now that doesn’t sound so bad.

I’m not big into celebrating Halloween myself because of its controversial history, but what something was and what it is are two different things. I like scary movies, I like costumes, and I definitely like candy, so why should I stop for just one day to protest a holiday that looks so cute on a five-year old.

So if you’re heading out to trick-or-treat, be safe and Happy Halloween to you. Otherwise, stay home and watch a movie or read a good book. Don’t be a grumpy-pants and remember to turn off your porch light. There’s no sense in being cruel to little kids.

This is an updated and reposted post.

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