Happy Thanksgiving, Asheville. 🦃

Today, we’re taking some time to reflect on all of the things we have to be thankful for. You, our readers, are at the top of our list. We’re grateful for the chance to wake up every day + talk about this wonderful city with you.

Last week, we asked what about our city you’re thankful for this year. To celebrate Turkey Day, we wanted to share some of your answers.

“I’m beyond grateful for our breathtaking mountains and ample opportunities for outdoor fun and adventure. I’m also forever grateful for my family and both of my rescue dogs — one of which came from Brother Wolf. ” — Editor Brook

“I’m feeling so much gratitude for the opportunity this year has given me to slow down and refocus close to home. I spent a lot of the year learning all about our native wild plants and have started sharing that knowledge with others. I’m also grateful for our amazing community of artists here in Asheville who have continued to share their vision even when times are tough.” — Editor Ali

“I’m thankful for closed doors and open windows, loving family, fantastic friends, and of course my sassy golden, Delilah.” — Digital Media Intern Jordan

“I love all of our restaurants and breweries and shops and street performers...but I'm thankful for our nonprofit community, who has stepped up to feed people, build affordable housing, and provide clothing and other critical needs. I'm thankful for Asheville's big heart.” — Beth R.

“The RAD Greenway is finally nearing completion. Looks good!” — Gordon C.

“Thankful for all the essential workers. Also thankful for Asheville’s outdoor spaces.” — @samanthakbrock

“White Horse Black Mountain’s livestream concerts have kept me sane this year.” — @fsharpminor7

“Thankful for Biltmore! My sis and I are passholders and have spent almost every weekend there wandering the gardens and getting a nice meal. It’s perfect for getting just enough fresh air and exercise without traveling far! Love my Biltmore!!” — Kristine S.

“Wonderful care given to us at Deerfield Episcopal Retirement Community during the COVID crisis. I am in Assisted Living and get tested weekly, as do our staff.” — Marlene M.

“My second chance.” — @10thmusecomfortfood

“I’m thankful my wife and I were able to make it in October to see the fall foliage for the first time.” — @kingofhoppiness

“The Shopping Daze Urban Trail Shopping Ladies! They remind us (in a new bronze plaque to come) of the tremendous gifts of the Jewish merchants in Asheville's history” — Grace G.

“Farmers markets.” — @buggy_pops

“Keeping my job throughout this pandemic, family, friends, and homeownership.” — @alancaster89

“I had my baby girl in January 2020.” — @chekozlovako

“Our amazing community.” — @thelobstertrap

“A craft cocktail from Jargon. An Americano from All Day Darling.” — @calliemq

“I'm thankful for Heiwa Shokudo. My partner and I started going when we were undergraduate students at Mars Hill University. Since then, we started graduate school, and we frequent Heiwa more than ever. We go in, order ramen, and all of our troubles seemingly melt away.” — Erin M.

“So grateful for BimBeriBon for continuing to provide delicious, healthy GF food options this year.” — @wanderingjeni

“Outdoor hip hop fitness classes.” — @bey2093

“My family in the house because I could never imagine going through this time alone.” — @jkiss

“Endless hiking 🥾 ⛰️🐾🐕,, infinite natural beauty, and ease of social distancing outdoors.” @bingo.is.his.name.oh

“B.B. Barns Landscaping! They really care about making Asheville beautiful.” — @tr4wn

“Nature.” — @byronhphoto

Thank you for starting your day with us + Happy Thanksgiving. 🦃