Not everyone has the same idea of what makes a nice holiday, nor does everybody give thanks in the same way.  This message of giving thanks is something that I learned when I was very young.  It is one of the lessons that I am most grateful that I was able to see, experience, and understand.  Giving thanks for all.  For me, the key to having a successful gathering is to allow my guests to be themselves.  I am grateful for each individual worker, communicator, consumer, and watcher.  Being present with those who are in attendance and prayerful for those…