Thanksgiving alone?

I took the day off of work today so that I could study arabic at the University and see a few of my friends. During the day one my arab friends told me, Happy Thanksgiving. I said thanks, but I don't plan on celebrating it. I told him that I really only celebrate one holiday anymore, but I celebrate it every day of my life. He asked, what is that? I said Easter (Easter in Arabic is called 'Resurrection day' if you translate it). After about ten minutes my friend went to class and two girls came over and said, I heard what you said about easter, are you a Christian. I said, not in the traditional sense. They asked what I meant so I explained why I am the way the I am, and why I can celebrate Resurrection day every day of my life, and what that means...that simple opportunity is better than any festival this life can offer.

I have learned from my time here that Christ is truly my all in all. Sometimes I feel alone, but I am never alone. I may sit in my room every night with no one to talk to, but I still hear His voice. I might not see the smiles and laughter of friends, but His joy still fills my heart and soul. I may eat only the simplest of foods, but I have the Bread of life to sustain me.
No, I am never alone. My best friend is always with me.