Time to recall, reconnect, give thanks

The last 20 months have been exceedingly difficult for most Americans.

Across the country there have been coronavirus mandates, riots, increasing taxes, job losses and more. The crime rate in many areas is skyrocketing. Many stores have empty shelves. And mental health problems are out of control.

The stress we feel is exacerbated by television news and social media.

But rather than dwell on the negatives we are bombarded with daily, take this week to focus on the positives. Remember, this Thanksgiving, as with those before, we here in Eastern Washington have a lot to be thankful for.

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