‘Blissfully unaware’ kids give thanks

“Because I Said So” column for The Commercial Appeal.

November 27, 2008

In the days leading up to Thanksgiving, I’ve asked my kids what it is they’re thankful for. They’ve offered up thanks for their favorite toys and cartoons, summer vacation, and sprinkled cupcakes, which is just how I’d expect a group of 2- to 10-year-olds to answer the question.

I had a notion that they would tell me they are thankful for the truly important things: For family and friends, for the health and peace that envelops their everyday, closely guarded lives. In so many words, of course … (read more)