Letter from the editor
We are down to the final days before the election. Have you voted yet? I did! I must admit, I am more than excited for those endless political TV commercials to cease and the all the lawn signs to disappear.
In the pages of our last issue we ran a story about a duplex in Ocean City that has become a drive-by attraction. The two-story building has signs and flags for Trump on the top level and just as many for Biden on the bottom level. The cool part of the story was that the opposing political views of these neighbors did not get in the way of their friendship. Wow! I think we could learn a lot from those neighbors.
Veterans Day is around the corner. Wednesday, November 11th is a day of tribute to military veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Veterans deserve our utmost respect. They fought for and protected our freedoms, including our freedom to vote. I cannot remember a year of more turmoil and division in America than 2020. But still, we are blessed to be American citizens. All of us. Even with all the political division, we are free to express our opinions which is not something that we should take for granted. In America with hard work and perseverance, our opportunities are greater than anywhere else in the world.
Check out the special section in this issue of Shore Local call Honoring our Veterans. Look for resources and features about Veterans in our area. Many of our sponsors are offering them special discounts to show their gratitude.
November is upon us with its chilly breezes and fallen leaves on the lawn. For me, November is a time of gratitude. At first glance it may seem that there is little to be thankful for this year but try to look harder. It may take some work. Always look harder because there is always something to be thankful for — like the comfort of our homes, each other, and a hot cup of tea. I recently accepted a gratitude challenge. It is a daily journal in which I write down three things I am grateful for each day. It must be something in the present, today, that brought joy. I am only a week into it but taking a moment to think of those positive things is lifting my spirits. I challenge you to do the same.
Peace & Love,
Cindy
