#Answered: What you’re thankful for in GVL this year.

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It’s Thanksgivingthe most grateful day of the year. We hope you’re spending today at home with your friends, family + loved ones, reflecting on a year in Greenville that you’re thankful for. We sure are thankful for all of you, GVLtoday readers.

We asked you what you were most thankful for about our city this year, and here’s what you said…

“I love and am thankful that there are so many wonderful and interesting places to take visiting friends and family to in and around GVL, such as the Swamp Rabbit Cafe on Cedar Lane Road; Coffee Underground; Bex Cafe & Juice Bar; the Donut Experiment; and, the Bohemian at Main and Stone, just to name a very few. ” – Rhonda C.

“Family adventures out of #gspairport.” – @sbwarmuth

“That we have clean air, water, and green trees!” – @yakecila

I am thankful for the charities in Greenville such as Project Host, Triune Mercy, and Salvation Army that help the least fortunate among us. I am also thankful for the army of volunteers that Greenville has that make this area the special place it is.” – James J.

“Greenville getting a pro soccer team!” – Ryan J.

“Thankful that I can still walk in downtown and smile at a stranger.” – @rhirhi71

“I am thankful for all the variety of things to do in and around GVL. We have great arts, wonderful activities for health and wellness, sports to watch and participate in. I love the many wonderful local restaurants and the fact that our city is diverse but I feel inclusive and welcoming.” – Tracy S.

“Free parking options!! Not gonna lie...super thankful/excited @hamiltonmusical is coming to the Peace Center 😆” – @katkins119

I am grateful to be back in my home state of South Carolina! I say this to many people that come into my Gallery/ Studio at the Art Crossing on River Street! I am grateful to be with my family and have so many friends with open arms, friendly smiles, and good, open hearts… “How can we help!” Greenville is that type of community!” – Marcy C.

“My new home in Downtown Greenville 🎉🎉” – @jumpinjillflash

“Thankful for my family that I can come to Greenville to visit...for both holidays!! Love Greenville! ❤❤” – @failsafe4u2

“We are thankful for our wonderful faculty, parent, and student community!” – @ccescavaliers

“I’m really grateful for the Swamp Rabbit Trail. I’m a triathlete so I use the trail for running and biking to prepare for my triathlons. I am extremely grateful for the rebirth of Greenville’s downtown. I am truly grateful for Falls Park. It is an awesome place for a picnic or to see a play by locals. I’ve watched downtown Greenville’s progress since 1998. I’ve seen the creation of the Swamp Rabbit Trail, Falls Park, River Place, the Downtown Ballpark, and consequently West end’s growth.” – Jack R.

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