I know, it is a little trite to use this weekend as an opportunity to go on and on about how thankful one is, but despite the questionable origins of the holiday, I do like that this is one day a year set aside to specifically think about the things we have to be grateful for.

I could go on and on - my incredible wife and daughter; a job I love; working with Ocean Discovery Institute; great colleagues and friends (how does a guy like me have friends for 40 years?)....ok, there I go, exactly what I didnt want to do....going on and on about what I am thankful for.

So, if I had to choose one thing, maybe it would be this - I am thankful for my sabbatical beard, which allows me to pretend I am part of Team Zissou.