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I’m grateful to be alive. The president might be the biggest jerk in the world, but I’m alive. — Ron Simpkins, Retired, Framingham
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I’m thankful for community meetings. They give us input as to how communities are governed. — Ralph Walton, Repairman, Jamaica Plain
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My health and my family. — Nicole Boulware, Parent, Roxbury
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My health. I definitely need it today. — Natisha Burton, Nursing Student, Dorchester
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I’m thankful for waking up. I’m thankful for my sister. She helps me out. I’m thankful for God. — Monta Wood, Retired, Dorchester
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So much! Family, number one. My health is bad. I’m on dialysis. I’m still walking and I’m grateful for the help I get. — Isaac Suttles, Retired, Roxbury