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Cranston Says Thank You: 30 Days Of Gratitude

We asked Patch readers who they're grateful for. Here's what your neighbors in Cranston had to say.

Earlier this month, we asked Rhode Islanders to share who or what they were grateful for​. Here's what your neighbors in Cranston had to say.
Earlier this month, we asked Rhode Islanders to share who or what they were grateful for​. Here's what your neighbors in Cranston had to say. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

CRANSTON, RI — This November, Patch is celebrating "30 Days of Gratitude," stories about living with gratitude — in simple terms, a deliberate choice to see the goodness and joy in your life and to wish the same for your neighbors.

Living with gratitude is a matter of continually counting one's blessings while at the same time recognizing that the source of goodness in one's life is other people.

Earlier this month, we asked Rhode Islanders to share who or what they were grateful for. Here's what your neighbors in Cranston had to say.

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Dr. Curtice: thank you for being the only doctor willing to listen to me and help.

—De-Ann Maurice

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To all the Brave Staff at the Adult Corrections Institutions who preformed their duties and went to work day in and day out during this pandemic. Providing a safe and secure environment.

—Joseph F. Jankowski


Dr. Tschirley M.D.: I would like to express my deepest gratitude for everything that you have done for me. My treatment and being very thorough in my exams. Taking the time to really listen to my concerns and contain other doctors on my behalf. You really are a remarkable Doctor that cares 100% for all of your clients.

—Lisa A. Rodi


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