What are you thankful for this year?

If you take the time to ponder this, there are plenty of things – big and small – to feel grateful about.

We asked islanders this question, and here are some of the answers:

• My supportive spouse.

•That I have found a place to live that although quirky as ever, has accepted me for who I am.

• That I have a job and a wonderful girlfriend.

• My children and husband, a home to live in, friends, my job, living on Orcas Island, my extended family, being alive, getting to bike to work, buying fish from the fisherman.

• Every single day that my family is healthy and happy. And grateful for all of the unconditional love that we all share among us.

• The people in my life who lift me up and dry my tears. A job that I truly enjoy.

• I am thankful for my health, my daughter, family and animals, friends, new opportunities and living in a beautiful place.

In typical island fashion, there are community Thanksgiving events for the entire family.

This month’s “Dinner Kitchen,” which is a free meal aimed at serving senior citizens and food bank participants, is a Thanksgiving feast. Come to the celebration from 5 to 7 p.m. at Emmanuel Parish.

The Odd Fellows Hall is once again hosting its annual meal on Nov. 24, starting at 4:30 p.m. The Odd Fellows will supply the turkeys and tableware. Everyone else should bring a beverage of their choice and a dish to share.

For more community Thanksgiving events, see our Island Living cover on page 9.