Wow, where did October go? I remember asking my mom why time seemed to crawl when I was six. She always laughed and said, “Just wait until you’re older; you’ll wish for days like these.” She was so right. Time flies now, but I’m grateful for the work that keeps me grounded in gratitude and selflessness. Our mission to provide meaningful employment to disabled adults wouldn’t be possible without our customers, supporters, volunteers, and, of course, our four-legged friends. Every day, I feel thankful and privileged to lead this organization. I don’t have to do this work; I get to do it. The progress we’ve made in just six years as a nonprofit is truly amazing and I’m excited about where we will be a year from now. 

As we gear up for the holiday season, I hope you find moments to reflect on what you and your loved ones are thankful for. Consider extending your gratitude and generosity to make a difference, even if it’s just for one person. If you can, please consider supporting Pawfectly Delicious on Giving Tuesday or during your giving this holiday season. Without the kindness and generosity of those who believed in our mission, this dream might have remained unfulfilled. Every contribution, big or small, supports our efforts and the work we are so honored to do to support workplace inclusion.

To close, I’d like to leave you with a poem I thought was fitting for the season. On behalf of the entire team at Pawfectly Delicious Dog Treats, we wish you and your loved ones a wonderful Thanksgiving.

Anne

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Fill Your Heart with Thanksgiving

By Helen Steiner Rice

Take nothing for granted, for whenever you do, the joy of enjoying is lessened for you. For we rob our own lives much more than we know when we fail to respond or in any way show,

Our thanks for the blessings that daily are ours – The warmth of the sun, the fragrance of flowers. The beauty of twilight, the freshness of dawn, the coolness of dew on a green velvet lawn,

The kind little deeds so thoughtfully done, the favors of friends and love someone unselfishly gives in many ways, Expecting no payment and no words of praise. Oh, great is our loss when we no longer find… a thankful response to things of this kind.

For the joy of enjoying and the fullness of living, are found in the heart that is filled with thanksgiving.