The Travel Mama Gives Thanks

By: Colleen Lanin, The Travel Mama
November 26th, 2009

 

There was a poll on the news this morning – What’s the best part about Thanksgiving? The football, the food, the family, or the nap. For me, the best thing about this holiday is the gratitude. Thanksgiving reminds us to take notice and give thanks for all that we have.

I am thankful for my two sweet, noisy children. I am thankful for my loving, goofy husband. I am thankful for my parents, who watched those kids for me last night so I could have a quiet date night with that husband. I am thankful for a sister who is my best friend and a brother who came home safely from Kuwait. I am thankful for my mom’s homemade apple pie, for Friday night happy hours with neighbors at rotating homes, and for my upcoming trip to Disneyland.

I am thankful that I finally figured out what I want to be when I grow up: a Travel Mama. I am thankful that I get to combine my love of travel, writing, and parenting into something that hopefully helps other families enjoy their travels together more. Thank you, my fellow Travel Mamas and Travel Daddies for coming along on the journey. I am thankful for you.

Happy Thanksgiving!

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What are you thankful for? Please leave a comment below!

For more information on this topic see:

• New York City Holiday Travel Tips for Families

• Top 6 Reasons to Take a Thanksgiving Vacation

• Why We Travel with Children

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