DON"T Have a Happy Thanksgiving.

Yes, you read that right. As I sit here in Brazil, the day before my favorite US holiday. wondering if we'll be able to pull off a celebration that even slightly feels normal tomorrow, the sound of the birds singing outside are making it hard to concentrate.

Boy am I thankful for those birds.... and amazed that in this big concrete jungle, they have managed to find a reason to sing, or even be here at all.

So what would normally be my annual Thanksgiving "Things I'm thankful for" post, is not. I'm not going to list all the things, people, actions and places that I'm grateful for. The list would be infinite. I have a lot.

Instead, I'm going to challenge myself and you to NOT have a Happy Thanksgiving tomorrow. Try not having anything. Let's all try being.

On Thanksgiving day, I'm going to BE happy and thankful in spirit. Tomorrow, let's all radiate joy from the inside. Set aside your mind that makes you think about the details of the day, and just be happy. Try not to put into words one tangible thing you're thankful for and be in the moment. Transcend the miles that may separate you from your loved ones and be with them in your heart. Be thankful for the spirit of family and friends, wherever they may be.

The turkey may be dry, the gravy lumpy, the plates unmatched...but I'm going to be the happiest and most thankful I've ever been. My heart will be singing. How about you?