This is a great time of year for us all to take stock and reflect on what is really important to us. Below are the thoughts of some of our lawyers:
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“I am thankful for my friends and family and to work at a firm that not only encourages me to grow as an individual and as an attorney, but also allows me to do the work I am truly passionate about.” – Elizabeth Patterson “I am thankful for a friendly place to continue my practice that allows me the flexibility to focus on the GREATER BLESSINGS in life, but still enjoying a rewarding career (i.e., offers interesting adult conversations after a day of conversations like trying to explain to your four year old why she can’t marry her brother).” – Mindy Ward “I am thankful that I work in a firm where collegiality and chemistry are given a high priority. I love that in six years, I’ve not heard one door slam or one shouting match.” – Shawn Stogsdill “I am thankful for my four girls – my wife, Susan and my three daughters, Abigail, Emily and Megan and that my family got to see a Royals playoff game.” – Paul Himmelstein “I am thankful for the opportunity to do important work at an awesome place that I enjoy being at every day. Truly a blessing.” – Gerald Gray “I am thankful for a work environment that is challenging and rewarding and for partners who want to see me succeed.” – Mark Sprecker “I came to the firm in 2012, and I am thankful to have found such a great group of people to practice law with and for the comradery I enjoy with them on a daily basis.” – Tony Gosserand “I am proud that the firm I joined 44 years ago as the smallest silk stocking firm in town is still going strong as the Biggest Little Law Firm® in Kansas City, even if I am the last man standing of the old Terrell, Van Osdol & Magruder. I am thankful that every day I get up I still look forward to the day ahead, whether work or leisure.” – Bob Beachy “I am grateful for the good health and closeness of my family and being able to watch my two grandsons go nuts at the K, eyes big as saucers, while the Royals clinched the American League Championship – special memory!” – Tom Bradshaw “In addition to my wonderful family, I am thankful for the special place we have created at Van Osdol where we deal with challenging and rewarding legal situations in a collegial setting on behalf of clients we really care about. Coming to work is a pleasure.” – Tom Willy “I am thankful for the happiness and health of my family and for each and every ordinary day that we share together.” – David Kim “Since I began working at Van Osdol in 2004, there have been a lot of changes in my life. I lost a parent, got married, had a baby and became a partner. I am incredibly thankful that I work with others who have encouraged and supported me and played a large role in all of the changes in my life. I look forward for many more years of growth and encouragement!” – Anne Linton Pond Hendrickson. I am thankful that the sun rises and sets each day and that most of these fools above think this is a great place to work. A Little Levity.
