To My Brother who has been fighting a battle, every day now for months. His beautiful wife and two handsome boys by his side. Wishing we could do more (or something). You are top of mind every day Bro…top of mind.
To Susan. As they say in The Serenity Prayer…God did grant you the serenity to accept the things (me) that you cannot change and the wisdom to know the difference.
To My Daughter. You move me.
To My Son. With your Mother’s heart. And your Dad’s work ethic. Your intelligence, only God knows where this came from. Hollywood couldn’t have scripted you, my Son, any better than how you’ve turned out.
To N who gave birth to her son John last weekend. It hasn’t been an easy or a straight line path…but you persevere in all things. What an inspiration you are. And whether one believes in God (or not)…birth and life – – a miracle.
To my “Words With Friends” playing partners, some day…some day. I’ll even the score.
To Zeke who turns 4 year on December 26th. Who would have imagined that a Hungarian bird hunting dog could bring so much joy. And so little sleep at night now that you have assumed a permanent place under the covers.
To my colleagues. From the Rhino’s, BC, the Irish, the Germans, the Italians, the Vegans, the Artists, the Armenians, the Gekkos and the Nice Guys – – what an eclectic group of hard charging Professionals. What an incredible inspiration you all are. Every day.
To My Assistant. (I stand corrected…my Executive Assistant). In your face. Firecracker. Never wrong. Absolutely indispensable.
To my friends. They are few. I cherish your candor, your honesty and that you are there when I need you. And to those friends down on their luck or in the hunt, my thoughts and prayers are with you. And if there’s anything that I can do to help, let me know.
To my Blog Readers, thank you all for your Readership, your conversation and your thought leadership in this new venture.
Happy Thanksgiving…
Dave–Thanks for a thought-provoking and meaningful way to start Thanksgiving Day! You continue to inspire all…we are Thankful for you too! Best wishes to you and the Family.
Thank you so much Steve. Happy Thanksgiving yo you, Abby and your family. Dave
As always, well said, and from the heart. It should remind all of us to be thankful for all that we have, rather than wishing for a greener pasture.
Happy Thanksgiving, David.
Kurt
You too Kurt…
Dave, happy thanksgiving, this was very touching to read – best wishes to you and your family.
Thank you Karen. All the best to you and your family. Happy Holidays. Dave
I read the daily posts Dave and they always provoke new or different thought…..from your English pal who was once a New Yorker, Happy Thanksgiving, take care!…..
Hi Steve. Thanks so much. Hope you and your family are doing well across the Pond. Happy Holidays. Dave
And to you Dave, for you daily dedication to this blog and discipline of life and leadership.
Thank you Len.
Dave,
Truly inspiring my friend. I don’t think there is a person who knows that has not learned or been inspired by you. I still remember the story of your first call and you parking about 2 football fields away. I still use you an example of great bosses.
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your entire family my friend.
Rannie, thank you so much for your kind words. It means a lot to me. I cherish our working days together – trying to remember when I’ve ever belly laughed so often. Happy Holidays to you and your family. Dave
Thank you too Dave.
Same here, one day we should all meet and have a good laugh. Life is too short
Dave, as a former follower of various iterations of your thoughtful and inspirational messages, it is good to have you back. Never afraid the bare all and put yourself out there, you inspired me then and continue to do so.