A Heart of Thanksgiving

It’s a quiet morning and the kids are still sleeping (I say kids, but they are technically

adults). I am attempting to write my first blog for the second time – which is funny

for someone who usually has no lack for words!

We celebrated Thanksgiving just a couple of days ago and had a wonderful day with

family. Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays because it is time spent in the

kitchen with the women in the family, preparing and laughing together. The table

is beautifully spread and we all join together in the spirit of being thankful for all

the good things God has done for us. We take time eating this meal, sharing and

reminiscing from long ago, reviewing the events of the year and looking ahead to the

promises of a bright future.

After the meal, as tradition is, we take a long walk and then return to the house to

have pumpkin pie and coffee and watch a movie or play games. This year we did

both. We watched Santa Clause and played charades. It was so funny!

As we rise to the challenges life presents and as we run towards our goal, may we

never forget to count all of our blessings. A grateful heart honors God. He is the

giver of life and the source of everything that we need. A heart of thanksgiving to

God is evidence of our faith and trust in Him.

Let’s give thanks to God. He is good and his love never quits!

Comments

[Button Rivers-Sherman (Anita)]

One thing we have always done if to share what we are thankful for, and why we are thankful for these things. I shared I was thankful for my five senses, I know some who have lost use of one or more of them. I have cousin who has gone blind, an aunt who had amputations because of diabetes so lost touch. Sharing, and thanking...a good combination.