“My family. Without them, I would have no one to rely on.”

— Chantal Noud, Edwardsville High School sophomore, Edwardsville, Ill.

“My family and friends. That we're able to get together during this time of year. I'm thankful everyone's healthy and for all of the hospitality here in Lawrence.”

— Noel Martin, retired football coach, St. Cloud, Minn.

“I'm thankful to be somewhere nice and cool for Thanksgiving and for my dogs, because they are my true loved ones.”

— Lauren Swarts, wedding planner, Houston

“For family and friends, life and God's goodness. Those are the most important things.”

— Bob Lyon, engineer, Winchester