We just finished celebrating our annual Goodwin Thanksgiving Feast. Once again I am blown away by Anne Dumont's and Becky Dogget's ability to organize a full turkey feast for 250 people. Our big brothers from Sigma Chi joined us as did a great group of parent volunteers. Jessica Neumuth coordinated this fabulous volunteer effort. Thanks to them, the meal was served in no time and we all were able to enjoy one another's company.
At the beginning of each Feast, I ask children to talk about what they are grateful for. I am always so touched to hear their responses. The children spoke of being thankful for their families, their pets, their homes, the earth and mother nature, and the great meal we were about to eat. One young man, a new student to Goodwin, used his time at the microphone to say he was thankful to be in this school.
I'm also grateful to be at this school. Goodwin is a vibrant place with a terrific staff and amazing children and families. This year I'm also very grateful for electricity! As a member of Connecticut's 1% (the power just returned in Somers last Tuesday), I can't begin to tell you how thankful I am for dishwashers, washing machines, warm showers, and flushing toilets!
I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
