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If embraced, the principles behind Thanksgiving 
Day are truly life changing. Taking time 
to thank God for what He has blessed us with 
magnifies the positives in our lives.

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When our focus changes from the negative 
to the positive, our overall outlook on life 
will be impacted. Thornton Wilder understood 
this. He said,

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“We can only be said to be alive in those 
moments when our hearts are conscious of 
our treasures.” William Arthur Ward agreed.

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He stated, “Gratitude can transform common 
days into thanksgiving, turn routine jobs 
into joy, and change ordinary opportunities 
into blessings.”

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Happy Thanksgiving Day, from my family to 
yours. I’m Mac Hammond, and this is the Winner’s 
Minute.