This time of year, the Citizen is reminded how generous the universe has been to us. We live in a beautiful place, full of good people. So we asked our readers to take turns around the virtual Thanksgiving table and share – in a photo – what they are grateful for about life here in the Valley. Even in an uncertain world, or when times are tough, it’s good to be thankful.

So grateful for the beauty of the land and waters of the Rio Grande that support our ranchers, wildlife, wetlands and community! Credit: Rio de la Vista
Rainbow at the Blanca Credit: Nancy Carey
Life in Del Norte, from Rhythms on the Rio (Andy Franco & the UN performing) … Credit: Ryan Michelle Scavo
… to Off ranch moving cattle through Del Norte to the high country. Credit: Ryan Michelle Scavo
Thankful for the time I spend with my daughters…. Credit: Chris Lopez
…and granddaughter Credit: Chris Lopez
Old school house Credit: Randall Burdette
The Valley at any angle. Credit: Jay Chadwell
Choke cherries in my back yard. Credit: MaryAnne Talbott
I am thankful for my incredible partner. There is no one else I would rather share life and all of its adventures with! Credit: Hannah Eubanks
Lola and Kylo Credit: Brianna Robles
We are most thankful for the majestic mountains that surround our Valley and provide spectacular sunrises and sunsets like this sunset over the San Juans. Credit: Ron and Mary Anne Hunter
Long drives in the country Credit: MaryAnne Talbott
The colors of the Valley Credit: Brianna Robles
Blanca moon rise. Credit: Randall Burdette