Today is a special day in the United States where we take time to think about the things that we have and to be thankful to those that support us throughout our lives. Today I would like to thank all those that make my job possible. Without you, I would not be in the position that I am in today.
First, thank you to all my wonderful current and former clients. Your confidence in me is the only reason that I have a job. Thank you for understanding when I have to deliver disappointing news or when I cannot immediately speak with you or return your call. Thank you for believing in my office and me, and for referring your friends and family when they need assistance. Despite the daily struggle that many of you face, you are still courteous, understanding, and patient as we navigate a difficult system together. I am always shocked when even the people that I could not help, refer a family member or friend to me. Thank you for believing in me and for trusting me.
I also want to thank the wonderful and underappreciated employees at the Social Security Administration, Delaware Disability Determination Service, and Office of Disability Adjudication and Review. You all have thankless jobs and are many times the focus of unwarranted criticism. Without the work that you do, many would have nothing to be thankful about today. Although I do not always agree with your conclusions (see Impact of High Administrative Law Judge Denial Rates on Disabled Delaware Residents ), I thank you for your hard work, your dedication, and your compassion. You each have difficult jobs with an extraordinary workload, but most of you still go beyond the duties of your positions to help others.
I also appreciate all of the community members that have enough confidence in me to continue to turn to me for help, or respond to my requests for help each day. I have the opportunity to interact with many wonderful doctors, attorneys, elected officials, and community organizers on a daily basis. Each of you assists me by referring new clients, responding to my requests, and by helping my clients. The support that you provide to your own clients, patients, and your communities, makes my job easier and improves the lives of my clients.
Finally, I would to thank my family, friends, and employees. Each of you is responsible for my success. You provide me with assistance and support when I need it, and understanding when I am demanding and unpleasant. I would not be able to accomplish all I that I do each day if it were not for your help. When I have difficulties in my own life, you provide a shoulder to lean on, and you help make my life easier. Thank you each for being part of my life.
So as you celebrate Thanksgiving today, do not think about what your live is lacking, but instead what you have. Even if you are in a difficult position today, take time to thank those that have supported you, and think of those that are less fortunate. And as each new days begins, try to remember to continue to take time to thank those who help you on a daily basis. Thank you again to everyone mentioned (and those that I have forgotten) and Happy Thanksgiving!
This article was written by Steven Butler. Steven is a partner at Linarducci & Butler, PA and his practice is limited to Social Security Disability/SSI claims. Steven offers free initial consultations for Social Security Disability/SSI claims to residents of Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. To schedule a consultation with Steven, please use the Linarducci & Butler Contact Form or call 302-613-0707 to schedule an appointment.