I’m thankful: for people who use refillable bottles; who coast to red lights; who dry their hands using evaporation; who pass on single-use plastic straws and spoons; who buy things made without child or sweatshop labor; who support local businesses.
I’m thankful: for people who question their sources; who question themselves; who listen to opponents; who ignore social media; who are deliberate rather than impulsive; who can change their minds, and sometimes do; who believe in science.
I’m thankful: for people who stand up to bullies and haters; who stand with outsiders; who share; who smile at strangers; who set high standards for themselves, and expect the same from others; who distrust corporate power and mob rule; who love justice.
I’m thankful: for people who are informed citizens; who communicate intelligently with elected officials; who attend protests without weapons; who volunteer for human rights and the environment; who are able to laugh, and to cry. And to dream.
