EDITORIAL

by JOE GOOCH

Count your blessings instead of your crosses; Count your gains instead of your losses. Count your joys instead of your woes; Count your friends instead of your foes. Count your smiles instead of your tears; Count your courage instead of your fears. Count your full years instead of your lean; Count your kind deeds instead of your mean. Count your health instead of your wealth; Count on God instead of yourself! ~ Author Unknown

Did I choose the wrong theme for my November issue of Giving Thanks? I have just begun the 16th year of publishing The Corridor Magazine and could probably list hundreds of things I am thankful for. Let’s begin with our Lord and Savior who planted me as a seed and blessed me with the ability to print and publish. My late wife, Judy, and I were publishing, writing, and composing at the age of 17, and yes! I was also blessed with Judy. OK, don’t you dare call me Mary Poppins. However, I want to get on top of one of the hills affectionately known as The Twin Mounds between Yale and Stillwater on Highway 51. I’ll begin swinging my arms around absorbing the sunshine and celebrating! Celebrate life, love, happiness, and most of all laughter!

Just last week I had the privilege of visiting Aleta Smalley. She was my English teacher, close friend, and inspiration. She taught me this: When life gives you lemons…don’t be a sourpuss. She said, “Joe, we’ve already talked about this. Follow your heart…not just your dreams.” When it comes to the November issue, Giving Thanks or Hunting, next year I’m going hunting!

Let’s not forget to be thankful for this beautiful fall weather! Go and enjoy!