Happy Thanksgiving, Charleston

We hope you’re spending the day at home (wherever that may be), surrounded by family + friends.

Earlier this month, we asked you on Facebook, Instagram, and in the newsletter what you’re thankful for– and we wanted to share the warmth + fuzziness with everyone.

So, what are you thankful for, CHS?

The community

“I’m thankful that I can live in a great community that looks after everyone on holidays and makes sure no one is eating alone, for example, the potluck at the bars that was done or something similar.” –Catherine B.

“I am thankful for the place that I call home that comes together during times of storms and unites for a stronger front. It sets such a good example for our children, our community and the nation.” –Diana Judy K.

“I feel privileged to be able to live in the city where my ancestors arrived over 300 years ago, to be close to the city’s charm, to be close to excellent healthcare, and to have family close by.” –Harold G.

“I’m thankful for our beaches our summers our friendly people. I’m glad to be in the Holy City and I appreciate our law enforcement and the children who play in our parks. I’m glad it’s a pet-friendly city and I love the live oaks and the dolphins.” –Jennifer D.

“Love the area and people.” –Peter B.

“I am thankful for Orangetheory Fitness Charleston.” –Jennifer A.

“Although I am now living back in the mountains of WNC my soul home I am grateful for the time I lived on Folly and the wonderful people I met.” –Debbie W.

“Diversity, welcoming spirit, the ocean, and the community’s passion for sea turtle conservation.” –Kristen K.

The city

“Thankful for window-box Wednesdays and all the gorgeous homes in Charleston!” –Gina S.

“Waterfront accessibility at any time (i.e. Waterfront Park & The Battery).”

–Alysha D.

“Whenever I walk these well-worn streets, I think of all the forefathers who walked these same streets and stood for our independence as a country so long ago. And, I am thankful for their sacrifice.” –Holly H.

“I'm so thankful for our public spaces. In particular, James Island County Park's dog park! It's a great place for socializing both dogs and their humans. Keep it up CHS, as we grow these spaces become even more precious.” –Julie C.

“I am thankful for the privilege of living in a place near the ocean, the Battery, Colonial Lake, Ravenel Bridge + the yearly bridge run, College of Charleston.” –Terry Lynn S.

“I’m thankful for this email in my inbox every morning and the weather! We just moved here from Amsterdam, NL (Boston before that) and cannot get enough of the warm weather!” –Cathy L.

“Thankful we've been spared from natural disasters.” –Renee W.

Family + friends

“I'm thankful for our family's 20th consecutive year of renting a Pawleys Island beach house for the entire week of Thanksgiving.” –Candy J.

“I'm thankful for my pets and friends and family and to live in the best state in the world.” –Travis

“Honestly... just making it through another year and those who supported me selling my products in their local store this year.” –Kristen A

“The older I get the more meaningful Thanksgiving has become for me. It is the “pause” button before the crazy hectic Christmas rush and offers our family a time to remember just how blessed we truly are to be alive in this great country and with each other. It is a moment, however brief, to be grateful.” –J. Michael Haynes

“I am thankful for the friends my wife and I have made. We consider Folly paradise and a bonus to have such nice people here.” –Dave C.

“I am thankful for my gorgeous wife, had a great career, living in the south and know this is God's country, having great health to allow me to enjoy Folly, Charleston, Beaufort, hunting island, Tybee, Savanna, and the Keys.” –James R.

“I am so thankful to have met my wonderful husband here. We love Folly and go there several days a week. I am so blessed.” –Lynn C.

The food

“I'm thankful for the sun, sand, and water. I'm thankful for the incredibly beautiful sunrises and sunsets– regardless of where you live in Charleston. And I'm thankful for shrimp and grits!!” –Jeff A.

“I’m thankful for the sound of the ocean, the amazing sunsets, the low-key Folly vibe, the genuine friends we’ve made, Bert’s Market being open 24/7, and the pumpkin soup at Jack Of Cups.” –Claudia C.

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We’re all away from the office today, enjoying the start of an extra-long weekend and reflecting on how thankful we are that you welcome us to your inbox each day at 6 a.m.

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Here is what else our team is thankful for:

Grace: “I'm so thankful for my relationships and getting to love and be loved every day. Oh, and dogs.”

Nicole: “I am thankful for the supportive Holy City community and my CHStoday team… and good food.”

Jen: “I'm thankful to be living in a beautiful city that's filled with interesting, kind and talented people.”

Gaby: “I’m thankful for happy hour at O-ku!”

And I am thankful for the friends that I’ll be feasting with today for the second year in a row– alongside my fiancé + adorable chocolate lab, Misia.

– Justine