A season of giving thanks – Shawnee News Star

Elisabeth Slay|The Shawnee News-Star

While the country and worldremainin a global pandemic and Thanksgiving will look different than it ever has been, various Pottawatomie County residents reveal what theyre thankful for this year.

I'm thankful that even amid the crazy and hate that we have seen this last year, I've also seen kindness and human decency in places I never thought I would, said owner of Swanky Okie Weddings Chanda Carreon.

Each day I amthankful for my family, my home and the life I have. I am very appreciative that during thistrying year I have been able to continue working. It is a sad job wehealthcareworkers do but it is anhonor to be one of those that are soimportant to others right now. I thank God that Hehas helped keep myself and my family safe, saidAdministrator of Golden Rule HomeJessica Mitchell.

Im thankful to have exactly what I need to achieve the goals Ive set for myartgallery. Everything I need is right here on my own downtownMainStreet. Each day I enjoy walking to lunch, or even breakfast the next day when I work through the night. I have favorite meals at Owl Shop,theLunch Boxand Theopolis. Coffee and Crafts across the street knows my order without me saying it. I walk to The Arts 317 for all my art work to be documented and printed. I walk to the post office to ship art work all over the country. I also have Savvy Bites to help me with my gift shopping and CroweFarms for groceries on the way home. I love my town, and Im thankful for it, said local artistLeAnne Henry Wright.

I am thankful for my healthy family, our warm home and a job that I love. I am blessed beyond measure, said Shawnee Public School Public Information OfficerCherity Pennington.

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A season of giving thanks - Shawnee News Star