As we find ourselves on the cusp of fall and harvest season, one of the many things that comes to mind is Thanksgiving and giving thanks for what we have.
Thank you. Two simple words that are often underused. As we head into the holiday season, there is value in writing down a few words and sending them to someone who helped you recently.
Why write a thank you note? To give someone recognition and thank them for their support, show how much you care, and to keep the connections you made last into the future. All of these can be shared in a simple note in the proper format.
The anatomy of a good thank you note has the following:
• A respectful and personalized greeting at the top.
• A few lines thanking the person for what they did for you.
• A few personal details about yourself and how their guidance helped you thrive.
• One final thank you message and a closing salutation
• Sign your name (preferably not printed)
A thank you note is simple. Start with a respectful and personalized greeting addressing the person you intend to thank. Next write a few lines thanking them for specific ways they guided you. Add a few lines that are more personal, about you and how they helped you on your journey. End your note with one final line of thank you followed with a closing salutation and your name. It is best if you can physically sign the note and not just print your name.
Saying thank you is extremely important, but often overlooked or forgotten. This time of year, usually brings a time of reflection. As you reflect on your year, do you have anyone to thank. Send a note of appreciation! A short note goes a long way and can often lead to opportunities later in life. Saying thank you is extremely important. I encourage you to write a thank you note today to show someone how much you appreciate what they have done for you!
November Calendar
Nov. 1: Last Day to Apply to UNL for Free.
Nov. 1: 1 4-H Volunteer Roadshow (Virtual).
Nov. 2: 4-H Volunteer Roadshow (ENREC - Ithaca).
Nov. 3: NCTA Discovery Day.
Nov. 6-8: Nebraska Youth Beef Leadership Symposium.
Nov. 7: Clover Kids Meeting.
Nov. 8: 4-H Volunteer Roadshow (Neligh).
Nov. 9: 4-H Livestock Committee Meeting.
Nov. 11: Veterans Day Observed, Extension Office Closed.
Nov. 13: Red Letter Day.
Nov. 16: 4-H Council Meeting.
Nov. 17: 4-H Volunteer Roadshow (Virtual).
Nov. 19: 4-H Volunteer Roadshow (Lexington).
Nov. 26-27: Thanksgiving Holiday, Extension Office Closed.
Nov. 30: Martha and Don Romeo Scholarship Applications due.
