It's Always Time For Thanksgiving

In a break away from annual tradition, I have decided to spare all of you from my Thanksgiving list of things I'm most thankful for in 2009. (If you didn't read it, last year's list can be found here).

The truth is that any of us involved in the markets, who have roofs over our heads, money in our pockets, and are healthy enough to enjoy the fruits of our labor have plenty to be thankful for on a daily basis, not just tomorrow. There's not a single day that goes by that I don't consider myself one of the luckiest people on Earth to be doing something I truly love, making more money than I could ever spend (or even want to) and helping others achieve their own financial goals in the process. For me, I live my dream daily and never forget how blessed I truly am.

As you know, there are a lot of people having a tough go of things these days and for those of us as fortunate we owe it to ourselves and others to reach out any help in some way. Every one of us knows someone having a tough time out there, so my recommendation for you is to simply find some way to help them in some way this season. Keep in mind that it doesn't have to be a grand gesture or huge sacrifice for you and your wallet. In fact, in many cases it will only require a simple phone call to let them know you care and are there to help them in some way. As the saying goes, it is the little things that are important in life. Understand that and you'll discover one of the true secrets of being successful and living a happy life.

From the bottom of my heart, I wish all of you a Happy Thanksgiving!