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| Rep. Adrian Smith |
The holiday season gives us an opportunity each year to dedicate quality time to our families and friends, reflecting on all we have for which to be grateful. It is understandably more difficult to engage in joyous celebration with the growing turmoil in our world. However, it is important for us to focus on and give thanks for all the goodness in our lives and communities.
In his address to the nation on Thanksgiving Day 1985, President Ronald Reagan observed, “We are grateful for our abundant harvests and the productivity of our industries; for the discoveries of our laboratories; for the researches of our scientists and scholars; for the achievements of our artists, musicians, writers, clergy, teachers, physicians, businessmen, engineers, public servants, farmers, mechanics, artisans, and workers of every sort whose honest toil of mind and body in a free land rewards them and their families and enriches our entire Nation.”
President Reagan’s words help us reflect on the countless blessings to be thankful for in the greatest country on Earth. The American dream still inspires people to achieve, create, and innovate in ways which benefit all of humanity. Our country continues to be one of the most generous in the world, giving and volunteering to serve those in need. Nebraska agriculture produces far more than we consume, providing us the opportunity to help feed the world.
Despite the challenges we face, we are surrounded by so many reasons to be grateful.
With recent attacks and heightened security worldwide, we owe our deep gratitude to the first responders who put their lives on the line to keep us safe. In the wake of tragedy, police in Paris and around Europe have spent countless hours capturing terrorists and preventing additional attacks. Throughout our country, we have seen increased patrols and more officers devoted to protecting our homeland. Amidst grave challenges, these heroes put others before themselves to ensure our security.
We also remember our military men and women around the world who are sacrificing holidays with their families to defend our country against those who wish to do us harm. The selfless commitment of our men and women in uniform has allowed Americans to live in freedom for nearly 240 years.
To show appreciation for our troops, I am again helping to collect cards for the American Red Cross Holiday Mail for Heroes program. Through this effort, we can send gratitude and holiday greetings from Nebraska to our service members, veterans, and their families around the world. This tradition is a wonderful opportunity for families, schools, and local communities to show their support for our troops and our veterans.
My district offices in Scottsbluff and Grand Island are serving as collection points for Nebraskans to drop off or mail cards through Friday, December 4, 2015. To ensure your cards reach their destination, please use generic salutations such as “Dear American Hero,” and do not include your personal contact information, inserts, glitter, or postage. For more information and guidelines, please visit www.AdrianSmith.house.gov/HolidayMailforHeroes.
I remain deeply grateful for the privilege of representing you in Congress. As we enjoy the holiday season, I hope you will join me in thanking the brave men and women who protect us each day as well as expressing gratitude for our many blessings as Nebraskans.
In his address to the nation on Thanksgiving Day 1985, President Ronald Reagan observed, “We are grateful for our abundant harvests and the productivity of our industries; for the discoveries of our laboratories; for the researches of our scientists and scholars; for the achievements of our artists, musicians, writers, clergy, teachers, physicians, businessmen, engineers, public servants, farmers, mechanics, artisans, and workers of every sort whose honest toil of mind and body in a free land rewards them and their families and enriches our entire Nation.”
President Reagan’s words help us reflect on the countless blessings to be thankful for in the greatest country on Earth. The American dream still inspires people to achieve, create, and innovate in ways which benefit all of humanity. Our country continues to be one of the most generous in the world, giving and volunteering to serve those in need. Nebraska agriculture produces far more than we consume, providing us the opportunity to help feed the world.
Despite the challenges we face, we are surrounded by so many reasons to be grateful.
With recent attacks and heightened security worldwide, we owe our deep gratitude to the first responders who put their lives on the line to keep us safe. In the wake of tragedy, police in Paris and around Europe have spent countless hours capturing terrorists and preventing additional attacks. Throughout our country, we have seen increased patrols and more officers devoted to protecting our homeland. Amidst grave challenges, these heroes put others before themselves to ensure our security.
We also remember our military men and women around the world who are sacrificing holidays with their families to defend our country against those who wish to do us harm. The selfless commitment of our men and women in uniform has allowed Americans to live in freedom for nearly 240 years.
To show appreciation for our troops, I am again helping to collect cards for the American Red Cross Holiday Mail for Heroes program. Through this effort, we can send gratitude and holiday greetings from Nebraska to our service members, veterans, and their families around the world. This tradition is a wonderful opportunity for families, schools, and local communities to show their support for our troops and our veterans.
My district offices in Scottsbluff and Grand Island are serving as collection points for Nebraskans to drop off or mail cards through Friday, December 4, 2015. To ensure your cards reach their destination, please use generic salutations such as “Dear American Hero,” and do not include your personal contact information, inserts, glitter, or postage. For more information and guidelines, please visit www.AdrianSmith.house.gov/HolidayMailforHeroes.
I remain deeply grateful for the privilege of representing you in Congress. As we enjoy the holiday season, I hope you will join me in thanking the brave men and women who protect us each day as well as expressing gratitude for our many blessings as Nebraskans.
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