Grateful For What's 'Right In Front Of You': 30 Days Of Gratitude

BABYLON, NY — Throughout the month, Patch is asking readers to share who they're grateful for. North Babylon resident Wanda Melendez is grateful for the company of family, and for all that life has to offer.

Here's the message she shared:

"I am grateful for my family, my health and life. Yes, sometimes it comes with not so good experiences but it all makes us stronger and we take away lesson in life. Make sure to enjoy those great times with family because sometimes we miss out, because we are too busy searching for things when all you need is right in front of you."

Patch will continue publishing stories like this one for "30 Days Of Gratitude," a series to remind us of the goodness and joy in our lives. We want to share the gratitude as widely as we can, and invite you to fill out the form below to show thanks for someone in your life.