✉️ A Thanksgiving Letter to the Ones Who Serve Far From Home

As Thanksgiving approaches, our hearts turn toward gratitude. For most, this holiday is a time of gathering around warm tables, sharing laughter, and enjoying the comfort of home. Yet for many who serve far from home—whether in the military, humanitarian missions, or essential roles abroad—Thanksgiving looks very different.

This letter is for you.

We want you to know that your sacrifice does not go unnoticed. While others celebrate with family, you stand watch, protect communities, and carry out duties that demand courage and resilience. Your presence may be missed at the dinner table, but your spirit is felt in every prayer, every toast, and every story shared.

Thanksgiving is not only about food and tradition—it is about recognizing the blessings we often take for granted. One of the greatest blessings is the dedication of people like you, who put service above self. You remind us that freedom, safety, and compassion are not abstract ideals but living realities made possible through commitment and sacrifice.

We imagine the quiet moments you spend away from loved ones, perhaps holding onto letters, photos, or memories that keep you grounded. Know that across oceans and borders, countless hearts are thankful for you. Your courage inspires children, comforts families, and strengthens nations.

This season, may you find moments of peace even in distant places. May the warmth of gratitude reach you like the glow of a candle in the dark. And may you carry with you the knowledge that you are deeply valued—not just today, but every day.

From all of us at home: thank you. Thank you for your service, your strength, and your unwavering spirit. You are the reason Thanksgiving is more than a holiday—it is a reminder of the bonds that connect us, no matter the distance.