By D. Witte

Thanksgiving is a time we traditionally designate for being grateful, but it can become a year-round habit. I am profoundly grateful for the bounty of Mother Earth in the Fall. Happy, red tomatoes, luscious pears and crunchy apples are just a few examples at this time of year.

But, when Winter comes and Mother Earth covers the Earth with a pure, white blanket of snow, I’m eager and grateful to curl up in a warm, plush robe and sip a steamy cup of hot chocolate.

Spring gives rise to a burst of color and life that gratifies my Spirit with perky daffodils, charming tulips, sweet hyacinth and fragrant lilacs.

Summer’s gifts of Mother Nature are rich, voluptuous hydrangeas, perky petunias and delightful dahlias.

Year around we are gifted with a symphony of joy from the Earth. A magnificent bounty surrounds us and is freely available to all. Thank you, thank you, thank you.