Burke, Fairfax, Lorton, Springfield, Mount Vernon: What Are You Grateful for on Thanksgiving 2020?
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Burke, Fairfax, Lorton, Springfield, Mount Vernon: What Are You Grateful for on Thanksgiving 2020?

By Mercia Hobson

Saturday, November 28, 2020

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Jeff McKay, Chairman, Fairfax County Board of Supervisors: “In 2020 I’m grateful for the residents of Fairfax County, who have shown so much compassion and empathy during these difficult times. We are lucky to live in Fairfax County and part of that is because of the people who live here. A lot has changed since I first took office at the beginning of year, but care for the community wasn’t one of those changes. Residents stepped up to support their neighbors and so many volunteered their time this year. 2020 has been challenging, but I have so much hope for the future.”

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Supervisor Pat Herrity (R-Springfield): “This Thanksgiving, I am very grateful for the health of my family and me. I am also thankful for the heroes in our community, the police, fire and first responders that are working to keep us safe in challenging times, those serving at home or abroad, our County staff who continue to respond to COVID, the teachers that are doing the best they can for our children, and our residents for their support of our businesses and those in need as they struggle to make it through the pandemic. I wish everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving whether you are celebrating it with family or virtually.”

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Supervisor James Walkinshaw (D-Braddock District) with wife Yvette and newborn son Mateo: “While 2020 has been a trying year, I feel enormously privileged to have so much to be thankful for. On Sept. 30, Yvette and I welcomed our first child, Mateo. Both mom and Mateo are healthy and doing great! I’m also thankful for the solidarity and community spirit displayed by my constituents in the Braddock District throughout the pandemic. It has been incredible to see the generosity they have displayed to help those in need, especially during our record-setting Stuff the Bus food drives!”

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Supervisor Daniel Storck (D-Mt. Vernon) with his family: “I am grateful for the many friends I love and have loved. The places I have seen and can see, even if I can’t visit now. People who love without judging and care for others that do. On a personal note, I am grateful for my amazing wife with her beautiful blue eyes and smile, my two healthy and entertaining grandbabies, getting to spend time with my spunky and earthy mom, and for family and friends who are there for each other no matter what. I am also thankful for the earth, our communities, neighbors and, of course, my staff, who sustain me and support all of us.”

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Delegate Paul Krizek: “I am thankful to live and represent such a wonderful community here in Mount Vernon with so many who care so much, with their time, treasure, and talent, for those who are struggling in health, in isolation, or with loss of job, home, or family.”

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Karen Corbett Sanders, Fairfax County School Board Member, Mt. Vernon District: Thanksgiving 2020 is bittersweet. The year has been filled with loss, uncertainty, and disruption for our students, families and staff. During these unprecedented times, it's more important than ever to reflect on what we're grateful for. This Thanksgiving, I'm thankful for the incredible dedication our teachers, administrators, and staff have demonstrated since March. I'm also thankful for our dedicated community and non-profit leaders who have come together and supported our families in need.

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Laura Jane Cohen, Fairfax County School Board Member, Springfield District: This year has been a reminder of how easy it is to take the familiar for granted. This year I am grateful for:The sound of my kids running down the stairs; The way my youngest stands next to me just to see how much taller he is; My kids' teachers; Patience, grace, and kindness from unexpected places.

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Megan O. McLaughlin, Fairfax County School Board Member Braddock District: This year, more than ever, I am deeply grateful for the love of family and friends and the opportunity to serve such a highly engaged community. These two things fuel my strong conviction that 2021 will bring brighter days, and collectively our community will solve its most pressing challenges.

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