It’s that time of the year again. Regardless of whether it’s in person or virtually, the holidays are an opportunity for more conversations with loved ones.

We’re entering the holiday season, and starting with Thanksgiving, expressing gratitude is a year-end tradition. This year, it may seem like it’s a little more difficult to be grateful.

To say that last week was eventful is an understatement, this week continues to be remarkable, with markets surging on a positive coronavirus vaccine announcement.

Capping off a year of unprecedented events, economic and personal changes, as I write this, Americans are going to the polls, in an election that’s been touted as one of the most important in our lifetimes.

Halloween is right around the corner, and like everything else, it’s markedly different this year. Some people find it thrilling to dress up and decorate the house, others think it’s just plain scary.

Muhammad Ali famously said: “Don’t count the days, make the days count.” Ali is known for his wit and wisdom, and, as we hit the seven-month mark of the pandemic, I think this quote has meaning well beyond sports.