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On The Cover:n today’s world, where negative news often dominates our screens and social media feeds, practicinggratitude might seem difficult, but it remains a crucial component of a happier and more fulfilling life. Embracing thankfulness can significantly boost motivation, productivity, self-worth, and achievement, while reducing feelings of anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress. Appreciating the small,y Sally KalosBIeveryday things—like waking up in the morning and enjoying a cup of coffee— can make a big difference. Each day is a gift, and there is profound beauty in recognizing and being grateful for the simple pleasures. Life’s basic blessings, such as clean water, food, shelter, fuel, electricity, and the companionship of pets and loved ones, are all around us. Even the mere act of our hearts beating is a reminder of thegift of life. By pausing to reflect, we allow ourselves to see the abundance we often take for granted. Letting gratitude guide our attitude transforms our perspective, compelling us to look up and embrace a more positive outlook. This Thanksgiving, let’s make a conscious effort to lead with gratitude and recognize the myriad of blessings that enrich our lives daily. Happy Thanksgiving!Happy ThanksgivingThankful Submissions“Try As We Might, Happy As We Were, Grateful For My Family & For A Job That I LoveWe Can’t Go Back.” Iam a professional organizer certified by Marie Kondo, and the KonMari Method is all about gratitude! I helpclients let go of objects they no longer need with gratitude instead of guilt, and we cultivate gratitude for the items we keep. Finding what sparks joy is one thing, but it takes some courage to incorporate more joy in your day-to-day life. Personally, I am grateful for my family, for a job that I love, and for building an amazing life. I’m thankful that I get to do what I love for a living, and that I get to help people build happier lives for themselves.Thankful My Grandson Is With Us TodayISubmitted By Dave Dumenilam thankful of course, family... but more specifically, my grandson Carson...a very special young manwho, along with his best friend Michael, were swept away in the Hunt July 4th flood. Through the darkness and chaos, both were surrounded by prayers and angels, and survived. Rescued by earth angels after hours of fear and uncertainty as we waitedfor news of their safety.What I Am Thankful ForItrauma that left me feeling invisible and unworthy. For years, I carried that shame like a second skin. But in my darkest moments, I discovered a strength greater than the pain, a grace that wove beauty out of brokenness. I learned that my past did not define me; it prepared me. My scars became reminders of resilience. My struggles became stepping stones. My story became a light I could share with others.Gratitude, for me, is knowing nothing was wasted. Even the hardest chapters led me here, to healing, belonging, and the chance to help others find their way through the dark.ubmitted By Rosie LopezSIn 2022, I moved away from Texas in the pursuit of an exciting opportunity. As time went on, I found myselfSubmitted By Amelie Saint- Jacquesincreasingly wistful and nostalgic for home. Though surrounded by lovely, towering pines in rural Georgia, I realized that birthdays and baby showers had a certain hollowness to them when they were limited to a phone call. Worse still was the knowledge of the moments of togetherness with family that would be lost to the future – impromptu visits and laughing over a meal.Today, I find the quote I’d repeated to myself many times, in attempts to quell the heartache for home, to be untrue. I am profoundly grateful to be home again, falling into easy rhythms with people whohave known me for the whole of my life and have loved me through every version of myself.Grateful For Our Sweet & Rambunctious Schnoodle-Bentley!ISubmitted By Lisa McKinneyam most grateful that we adopted our sweet & rambunctious Schnoodle, Bentley! After several months of Bentleybeing in our home, our adopted daughter who joined our family 6 years ago, has profoundly bonded with him. Not only is Bentley her best friend but our daughter is also gaining the “mothering” experience, thatSubmitted By Pam DwyerK Construction“For All Your Home Exterior Needs” 25+ Years of Customer Services• Patio Covers• Decks• Custom Fencing • Fence Stain &Restoration• Painting• Fascia & Siding• Garage Remodeling • Room Additions• Steel Buildings• Windows & Doors • Insulation• Kitchen & Bathroom RemodelingWe Offer:Licensed & InsuredRoger Kretz Watch Me(210) 441-8441Onrogerkretz@yahoo.com6www.heloteshighlights.comNovember 2025she was not afforded by her mom.Our daughter shared with us that the former “chains” keeping her heart closed in the past, have been set free because ofBentley’s dear love.Interestingly enough, during the weekdays, Bentley is connected to my husband’s hip & will not leave his side. He & my husband enjoy daily walks, car rides and companionship. Because my husband is not a very emotional & demonstrative man, I thank God on a regular basis that he sent us Bentley (AKA our Jesus Puppy) to provide the constant, unconditional love that aside from God, can only be experienced by our loving fur babies.am most thankful for the way love has turned my pain into purpose.As a child, I lived through neglect and