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I\u2019m thankful for all the people in this world who work toward ending systemic racism in whatever capacity they can.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m thankful for everyone who is affirming of gender and sexual minorities.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m thankful for people who take climate change seriously and do everything they can to stem the tide.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m thankful for health professionals who have saved countless lives during this pandemic.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m thankful for scientists who develop vaccines that help save billions.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m thankful for clergy who denounce homophobia, xenophobia, racism, and the patriarchy.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m thankful for women who continue to be pillars of strength in society.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m thankful for my Black friends who have taught me so much about life.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m thankful for musicians, and poets, and artists who help make the world a more beautiful place.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m thankful for the friends and family who have had my back throughout my life.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m thankful for my Patreon community for supporting me financially.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m thankful for everyone who has let me contribute to their publication.<\/p>\n

Instagram<\/a><\/p>\n

YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n

Also, if you\u2019ve been digging my work on here, and want to see me be able to continue writing as close to full-time as humanly possible, please take a look at my Patreon page at\u00a0 www.patreon.com\/mjdistefano<\/a>. Even\u00a0$1 a month helps bigly!!!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"