There is so much to give thanks for in our beautiful state, and Thanksgiving Day is the perfect time to reflect on what we are thankful for. In fact, let’s go ahead and start with Iowa and a few of the reasons we’re thankful to be living in America’s Heartland:

  1. The endless beauty of our state - from the fields, to the lakes, to the hills, and more.

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  1. The fantastic, friendly people that make our great state so special.

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  1. The fertile farmland that allows us to grow enough food to feed ourselves and the nation.

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  1. And the farmers who put in all the hard work to make it happen.

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  1. The companies and industries that keep us employed.

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  1. The four gorgeous and ever-changing seasons.

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  1. Getting to wake up to this every morning.

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  1. And getting to end every evening with this.

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  1. We’re thankful for the stars, and the wide open sky we have to watch them in.

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  1. But most importantly, we’re thankful for the family we get to share all these amazing things with.

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What are you thankful for today? Share your thoughts with us!

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