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Parents - they come in all shapes, sizes, abilities, strengths and weaknesses. Sometimes we don't really appreciate them until we are much older, maybe even parents ourselves. But one thing's for sure - we wouldn't be here without them. Consider thanking some aspect of your parents' contribution to the fact that you are here today.

 

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0 #85 parentsjcfair 11-30-2009 12:17
 
I'm thankful for my parents because they feed me and they let me do things that I couldn't do without them.
 
 
0 #84 Always presentmmatkins 11-28-2009 22:33
 
They are both gone, but always on my mind. Two individuals who struggled through very hard times and yet had a wonderful caring home for me and my brother.
 
 
0 #83 The JohnsonsLifeCoachKristine 11-28-2009 09:18
 
My parents are crazy, but they love me. :)
 
 
0 #82 Mom & DadGenezirk 11-26-2009 17:41 NY
 
We all come from disfunctional families (but some are more disfunctional than others).

I thank God for my Mom & Dad, for the faith they lived and the example they gave me. When I adopted my son, the agency asked me what I would do differently from my parents. After some thought I answered, Not a thing. - Gene
 
 
0 #81 ParentsFourDogHouse 11-25-2009 20:17
 
I am thankful I have two very loving & caring parents,

and I had two amazing in-laws, that have passed on.
 
 
+1 #80 playing cribbage with MomBriCW 11-25-2009 09:53
 
I'm very grateful for the time my mother spent playing board games and card games with me. I think it helped me feel loved and helped develop my brain too. We still play cribbage almost every time we see each other.
 
 
0 #79 i was lovedginny 11-25-2009 09:50 momhillls mi
 
my parents loved me without boundaries...it was hard for me to see that when i was younger...i probably gave them a hard time for no reasons...but they were always there for me ..my dad the silent one...my mom the talker....both charming, smart, carismatic, loving,
they had hard lives being part of the depression and rallied to laugh a lot and probably cry a lot...i am gratefull to have had parents who were alwyas thinking i was the best, and gave me lots of feedback...
miss them
 
 
0 #78 my dadChillymeg 11-24-2009 19:57
 
when ever I think about my father growing up, he was someone who was honest, loving, gentle and fair. He taught me unconditional love, how to push hard for success, how to be a friend and how to laugh, how to show respect others around me. It's been difficult in the past 4 years because I see my father starting to grow old and lose his physical ability to enjoy life like he once did... but he is a survivor, keeps his brain strong and always has a kind word and will do whatever he can for his family. I hope I can be more like my dad everyday. I love you pops!
 
 
0 #77 ParentsAngie 11-24-2009 15:49 Saline, MI
 
I am grateful for my parents, even if I don't agree with them all the time, because I am who I am because of them. My one wish is that they both find happiness in their lives apart. (They divorced after almost 30 years of marriage.)

I am also grateful for all the surrogate moms I've had throughout my life, those mother's of friends who took me under their wing and imparted their own knowledge and wisdom.
 
 
0 #76 parentsLeslies Class 11-24-2009 15:32
 
I’m thankful for my Mom, Ima and Cyndee. My moms provide me with food, water, shelter and school. They also help me with school.
 
 
+1 #75 Thank youLeslies Class 11-24-2009 14:27
 
-Dad-
I’m grateful for my dad, because he takes me to baseball games. He helps me with my spelling. I am thankful for him being my dad.
-Mom-
I’m grateful for mom, because she cooks my dinner. She makes me happy. I am thankful for her being my mom.
-Amy-
I’m grateful for my sister, because she gives me laughs. She plays video games with me. I am thankful for her being my sister.
 
 
0 #74 My ParentsLeslies Class 11-24-2009 14:23
 
I am grateful to my parents because they drive me to sports events and watch in the freezing cold. They buy me food with their own money. My dad plays with me and my mom does the work around the house. My parents work hard to make my life better. If I didn’t have parents there would be no one to love and no one to love me back (besides other family members but that’s not my point). This is my gratitude for my parents.
 
 
+1 #73 A lot of workVannaDanna 11-24-2009 12:17
 
I wish I could say my parents were the Cleavers, they were not! But I am grateful for them and the lessons I learned either from them or in many cases in SPITE of them. I would not be the person I am without them-heck I wouldn't even BE without them!
 
 
0 #72 Oh, well. Here I am.Koloff1 11-24-2009 10:57
 
I am here because my mother had sex with someone else's husband. The story goes that my biological father wanted my mother to have an abortion and that she refused. So he told her to go on welfare and that he would give her some money every week for my support. Instead, she turned around and married another man and had six more children with him. I did not meet my biological father until I was 14 1/2 years old.
I am grateful that my mother did not have an abortion so that I could live. My story is very sad but there are many far worse. My biological father tried to help me as best he could. So did my stepfather. So I am grateful in spite of everything.
 
 
0 #71 My ParentsHeth243 11-24-2009 07:34
 
I am so grateful for my parents. They are there for my sister and I, no matter what. They are loving, caring, supportive, and fun to be around. They have taught me how to be the person and the parent that I am today.
 
 
+1 #70 ParentsMaryRRoberts 11-24-2009 06:24 Roberts Family Cincinnati, Ohio
 
I am grateful for both of my parents who taught me so much...sometimes it takes a number of years to pass before we realize it.
 
 
0 #69 My MotherNaomi 11-23-2009 23:31 California
 
I am so grateful for my mother. She passed away so long ago (1986), but I think about her every day. She taught me religious faith, and gave me a foundation. She gave me wonderful holiday memories, and I know she loved my sisters and me very much. My mother wasn't perfect; she did the best she could though. I am very grateful for all my mother did for my sisters and me.
 
 
0 #68 My Parentspretzalgal 11-23-2009 23:31
 
My dad just passed away and I miss him alot! He and my mom raised 7 children and gave us a great life..they raised us with strong faith, work ethics and alot of love! We children are who we are because of them!
 
 
0 #67 my parentsdocdocdog 11-23-2009 23:14 ceballos saldana houston/tx
 
I'm grateful for my parents for instilling in me the value of a good education and love of lifelong learning.
 
 
0 #66 Sweet and Kind ParentsLEJ 11-23-2009 20:28
 
I have incredible parents! I am so grateful that God placed me in their lives. They are loving, disciplined, and caring. I am grateful for them raising me to feel secure and loved. I am really grateful that they are healthy and enjoying their retirement. Wherever they are to me feels like Home.
 
 
0 #65 Parentsarborwoman 11-23-2009 19:28 Ann Arbor, MI
 
My brother and I have very different experiences with our parents - he, positive; me, negative. I opted out of the things they wanted me to do -- play tennis, play bridge. Why? I am not sure. I think I can appreciate them and I am definitely grateful for the life they gave me. They are gone, so I guess that's all.
 
 
0 #64 parentsMarj 11-23-2009 19:07
 
I have been very grateful for my parents even since I went off to college and realized they were truly wonderful people. They gave me unconditional love and acceptance and were always, always willing to drop everything to share their love. My mom is only with me in memories now but I feel her presence every day (thanks mom). My dad is a stroke survivor and very challenged. I am very grateful this year especially, for his will to live. He is still here because he's filled with love for the people around him. He is the most amazing example for all of us.
 
 
0 #63 parentsbowler 11-23-2009 18:50
 
When you are a parent and grand parent. I now see my parents through different eyes. I now see they did a great job of parenting me. I am grateful for them being my parents
 
 
0 #62 awesome parentsrerez 11-23-2009 17:59 zirkel new york
 
My mother and father were wonderful parents. Thanks. As a parent now I am in awe of your sacrifices.

Our home was happpy filled with love, good guidence, music, and faith though little money,(We seldom realized it). My Dad lived and worked till 76 when he died. My mother died at 43 of cancer and never experienced the joy and fun of grandparenting. I so wish she had.

I am also in awe of adoptive parents.

Our godchild and husband have adoptive two infants and are the most perfect "real" parents to them. How special to give these children a chance to be a part of a family.
 
 
0 #61 ParentsAnna Turnbull 11-23-2009 16:39 VA
 
I am grateful for my parents. They are both gone and I miss them still. I am grateful for the memories.
 
 
0 #60 Parents4788erin 11-23-2009 15:23
 
I am very thankful for every minute that I have with my parents. I treasure each trip I make home and wish I could do more to help them out.
I find that I miss my father-in-law daily and it seems something reminds me of his thoughtfulness several times a week.
 
 
+1 #59 I love you mom.jadeheart 11-23-2009 13:19
 
I am grateful for every minute I had with my mom before she passed away somewhat suddenly. Losing her at any age is not easy but I am thankful for all 23 years of my life that she was in it to teach me about love and happiness so that when she was gone I could keep living my life to the fullest.
 
 
0 #58 My Momcakube 11-23-2009 13:13
 
I am grateful that I have the type of relationship with my mom that I can tell her anything. Even if she's pissing me off-which happened yesterday!
 
 
+2 #57 obvious acts of love despite divorceA2Tarheel 11-23-2009 12:41 Wowmoms Ann Arbor, MI
 
I am gratefull that my parents made it clear that the unhappiness that caused their divorce was separate from the love that they felt for their kids. I am also grateful for my folks always wanting the best for me, though we didn't always agree on what that might mean. I am grateful that they always welcome me home, but they never pressure me to spend more time with one than the other. I am grateful that they are able to be together in an agreeable way when celebrating milestones for their kids/grandkids without obvious hostility. I am grateful that hurt feelings mellow over the years.
 
 
0 #56 Parentsfranksacks 11-23-2009 12:22
 
Thanks for two parents who modeled for me acceptance of others no matter how different they are, finding peace in every challenging circumstances, living for others.
 
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