Giving Thanks at Thanksgiving: Moms Talk

Just a little more than a week until Thanksgiving!

Whether you're going over the river and through the woods to Grandmother's house, or everyone is gathering together at your place, it's a busy time.

So let's take time this week to remember the reason for the holiday.

What are you thankful for this year? A family member overcoming a health crisis, the birth of a child, a new job, a friend's good news, your son finally figuring out long division after many tearful evenings at the kitchen table, reconnecting with your elementary school BFF on Facebook, finally fitting into your skinny jeans?

Share in the comments the things that you will think about when you sit down to Thanksgiving dinner.

Joining us, as always, is a Moms Council that I am very thankful for.

 is a freelance reporter with Patch. Julie a longtime reporter and communications professional, is a first-time mom of a son born in 2010.

 works in public relations. She and husband Timothy have a daughter, Amara. Monina is also a member of the Disney Moms Panel, one of 15 moms selected nationwide, advising people online about planning Disney vacations.

 is a mom of three children ages 5 and under with her husband, Bill. They are expecting their fourth child this winter. She also works part-time.

 is a native of New Jersey. She is a marketing professional who has worked in advertising, market research, vending and equipment companies. She and her husband live in Avon with their two children.

 is a mom to a Girl Scout and lives in Avon.

 is the newest member of the  and past president of Avon Early Childhood PTA. She will also be blogging for Avon Patch. If you're a parent and want to share your experiences raising children in Avon, you, too, can .