Thanksgiving always seems to bring family together and feelings of gratefulness for another year of blessings.This year is no different than the rest in that the food is being prepared and the family is gathering in a multitude of locations - except, this year, I am even more grateful than ever for the opportunity to celebrate the holiday.
The past 12 months have been filled with it's own trials, triumphs and opportunities. I have become engaged on a state and national level with several organizations; seen loved ones enjoy personal growth; been blessed to experience life through my daughter's eyes; I achieved an 8-year goal of becoming Mrs. Virginia International; and faced health complications that only furthered my cause. It has been a year of blessings in more ways than I could possibly count.
The upcoming holiday season will continue to put a strain on the delicate balance of blood supply and I ask that while I am thankful for the blood donors that continue to save my life, I (or WE) still NEED you to donate. Especially this holiday season.
Bustling malls and sales galore will NOT fill the shelves at your local blood bank. Only you can do that - so why not take one hour out of your shopping or cooking schedule and save 3 lives. Give someone else the blessing of life this holiday season.
From our home to yours, we wish you the brightest blessings for a Thanksgiving holiday filled with love, family, laughter and gratitude.
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