Some things are just said better in Spanish. Like Thanksgiving Day. In English, if we dissect the words, it means "day of giving thanks." But the Spanish word for the holiday, "Dia de Accion de Gracias" has, in my opinion, a better meaning, "accion" meaning "action," or "Day of showing thanks." Cute Pip asked me this morning, "Que quiere decir Dia de Accion de Gracias?" and I was able to talk with my kids about all the blessings we have and how we can show that we are grateful.
Last night we attended a multi-denominational Thanksgiving worship service. I felt so uplifted hearing many religions testify about gratitude. And it made me realize that there are many blessings that we take for granted. Here's a little list:
pure water
electricity
health
safety
education
shelter
the ability and the opportunity to work
clothing and shoes
transportation
our beautiful Earth
This morning I celebrated Thanksgiving and good health by doing a Fartlek. It felt great! I was missing the International Thanksgiving 4-miler that I've done half a dozen times with my family, but not too much since the temp in Provo was in the teens this morning.
Feliz Dia de Accion de Gracias!!
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