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\"be<\/a>Some people ask for signs to show up in their lives to guide them on the way. One summer we were traveling on the interstate just south of Grand Forks, and a sign caught our eye\u2026more than once.<\/p>\n

“BE GRATEFUL\u201d was posted close to the traffic whizzing by. I was encouraged that someone had spent money to communicate a very important message, in the middle of the summer.<\/p>\n

Being Grateful this Holiday Season<\/h3>\n

Farmers are a very thankful lot, despite all the jokes in the press about them whining and complaining. I have met many prairie people who are grateful for their families who continue to toil and create opportunity with a thankful heart. Are you thankful for living in peace, eating well, and being deeply cherished?<\/p>\n

I have also heard sad tales of grandparents being denied access to their grandkids, and sons who just can\u2019t share the bounty of what their parents intended.<\/p>\n

[Tweet “#Farmers, being grateful is hard. Learn how to be #grateful even when its hard.”]<\/p>\n

It really comes down to making a choice, doesn\u2019t it? We choose to bless others by our love and actions, and we intentionally verbally affirm those who fill our emotional bank account.<\/p>\n

\u201cTell the righteous it will be well with them, for they will enjoy the fruit of their deeds\u201d -Isaiah [3:10]<\/span> (NIV).<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Psychologists suggest that thankful people are emotionally healthy, more than those who chose to be hard of heart and tight-fisted with their appreciation.<\/p>\n

Regardless of whether the pasture is fair or poor, and the bins are full or lacking, choose to be grateful as you plan your next move for your family and business.<\/p>\n

Blessings to you all for a wonderful celebration of this holiday season.\u00a0 Remember, strong families celebrate!<\/p>\n

What\u2019s the one thing that you are most thankful for this year? Please share with me and our community in the comments below!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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