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23 PARLOR TALK WHAT ARE YOU MOST GRATEFUL FOR THIS YEAR? Readers share their treasured people, places, and things. "I'm grateful for the friends I've made. I moved to a new city in 2020, and it was a pretty lonely year. Since then, I've met wonderful people who have introduced me to new places and things, and brought out my adventurous, goofy side." - Kim M., IL "I've learned that less is more. I've participated in fewer activities and chosen more intentional ones. I've interacted with fewer people but have had more meaningful conversations." - Katelyn S., SD "Kindness. The last few years haven't been easy, and watching humanity come together, help one another, and collectively work towards the greater good is inspiring." - omas F., TX "I'm so appreciative of my home. I've spent a lot of time there lately, and I'm not only grateful to just have a roof over my head, but also to have a place I can find peace that's full of so many memories." - Michael T., KY "The small things—like lighting candles, having coffee at home, growing herbs, cooking, and calling friends." - Emily B., VA "I'm grateful for the ability to endure and survive. Life isn't linear, and there isn't a one-size-fits-all approach. In my 31 years, endurance has sustained me, especially when things feel debilitating. There are seasons of ease, too. I've learned to rest in both." - Nicole S., LA "Nature and the opportunity to get outside. I've had time to explore and enjoy our planet, and I'll never take it for granted again." - Joseph S., CA "My daughter. At two years old, she loves spotting a bird in a tree, laughing as squirrels scurry by, and pausing on walks to watch doodlebugs crawl along. Even though she's new to the world, she's taught me to see the joy in the things I often overlook." - Karina B., TX J O I N T H E CO N V E R S AT I O N Visit cominghomemag.com and let us know what question you want to see next! Follow Us on Instagram! @cominghomemag