Bel Air Residents Say Thank You: 30 Days Of Gratitude

BEL AIR, MD— This November, Patch is celebrating "30 Days of Gratitude," stories about living with gratitude — in simple terms, a deliberate choice to see the goodness and joy in your life and to wish the same for your neighbors.

Living with gratitude is a matter of continually counting one's blessings while at the same time recognizing that the source of goodness in one's life is other people.

Earlier this month, we asked Bel Air residents to share who or what they were grateful for. Here's what your neighbors had to say.

"My husband deserves a 30 days of gratitude Salute. No only did he serve his country in the Army and Army Reserves he worked, and provide for his family. He made sure and still makes sure that our family and others have what they need on a daily basis. Not often enough do we thank those who go above and beyond. We say thank you and tell them [that] we appreciate what they do, but how much of what we say is really meaningful to the person who is providing. This Salute is to honor my husband who is now retired, and those like him who keep pushing through everyday putting others needs first. Thank you" — Marlene, Bel Air

"I am so grateful for my wife. She is such an amazing and beautiful person, a fantastic wife, and a phenomenal mother to our kids. She is the best thing that ever happened to me. Despite all of our hardships over the years, I love her so much and I know she loves me. Thank you for this life we have been able to share together." — Eric S., Abingdon

"I want to give a shout out to Luminary Lawns for their spectacular service. Professional, dependable and great serving of my lawn! Thank you." — Laura Slater, Bel Air