Seasonal & Holidays
Windsor Grandmother Finds Her Joy In Family, Community And Everyday Love
For Carol Engelmann, gratitude comes from connection, service and the simple joy of being surrounded by those she loves.
Windsor, CT — Thanksgiving is the perfect time to pause and reflect on what brings us joy — from family and friends to meaningful traditions and everyday moments. This year, Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to spotlight the thankful moments that bring our communities together.
Here’s what Carol Engelmann in Windsor shared. Want to tell us what you’re thankful for? It could be a person, a tradition, or even a small everyday joy — just answer a few questions, and let your community know what matters most to you this year.
What are you most thankful for this year?
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With so many reasons to be happy, it is hard to pick just one thing I am thankful for. I think I have figured out how to put many into one feeling — love.
Why does this mean so much to you?
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I love my giving, understanding, joyful, beautiful family. My sister Jane is my best friend. I love my daughter, son-in-law and their beautiful 10-month-old daughter who is my granddaughter. I love my 13-year-old mini dachshund Emma, who is blind and deaf and still can find me to cuddle. I love my friends — who let me just be me. I love my community. We support our diverse community including special needs adults and 22 groups from different countries. I love that I am able to volunteer with different groups despite my challenges. I am love and thankful for a smile returned to me in passing on the street. I love that in dark times we all spread love to help our neighbors through the storm. I love that I was given my life and celebrate every morning I wake up. And for all the love in my life, I am very thankful!
What do you wish others knew about what you’re thankful for?
That you do not need money, items, or status to be truly happy. Life is very simple — it is the apple that is dangled that turns our happiness into need.”
What are you thankful for this year — a business, a community organization, a place, or a person who’s made a difference? We want to hear from you! Click here to answer a few questions, and your response could be featured on Patch.
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