Later this month we will celebrate a day set aside to reflect on blessings in our lives for which we are thankful. Blessings including our families and friends, the freedoms we enjoy as Americans, the relative peace and prosperity we have in our country, the comforts we have, the abundance of food, clothing and shelter, educational opportunities, opportunities to work, opportunities to pursue hobbies, good health and access to health care when needed, and countless other reasons to be grateful.  On a professional note one of the things I’ve really appreciated during my nearly 23 years working in this industry (I started as a lawn technician in Dallas in Jan 1987) has been the time spent working outdoors. I’ve always appreciated the opportunity to be around landscapes and in surroundings which get me as close to nature as is possible in an urban setting.  In this line of work we have a unique opportunity to really notice the subtle and not so subtle changes of the seasons.  These seasonal changes serve as a reliable reminder of the passage of time.  And precious time is perhaps the most important blessing for which we should all be thankful.  Unfortunately it is one which I all too often take for granted.  I want to wish all a blessed and very happy Thanksgiving day.