“I’m Thankful to Be Me,” Friend, Nov. 1981, 11 I’m Thankful to Be Me By Joy Saunders Lundberg and Janice Kapp Perry At night when I’m alone in bed, I close my eyes and see The many things I’m thankful for That God has given me. I see my friends and teachers, too, And all my family. These many blessings make me feel So thankful to be me.