Thanksgiving Day 2020…

 

Wherever we find ourselves on this Thanksgiving holiday, may we embody gratitude--

for our shelter, when so many are homeless…

for our abundant sustenance, when so many are hungry…

for work that provides meaning and financial security, when so many are unemployed

     and unable to make ends meet for themselves and their families…

for the freedom and ease with which we celebrate this special time, when so many are oppressed

     and unable to stop and express thanks…

for whoever is sharing this time with us, when so many are separated, alone and lonely…

for whatever health and vitality we enjoy, when so many are gravely ill…

for loved ones and friends still present on the earth, when so many have been taken by COVID…

for hope, strength and comfort in our hearts, when so many are in despair.

 

May our embodiment of this Thanksgiving holiday represent a blessing we offer ourselves, loved ones near and far, and even strangers and those with whom we share no affection.  May our own lessons in compassion, sacrifice and resilience during this difficult time serve others in their suffering and need.

 

A Breathing Mantra:

On our mindful in-breaths, may we receive abundance in mind, body, heart and spirit.

On our mindful out-breaths, may we radiate that healing blessing to all beings.