Thanksgiving

As I sit here and feed my wee one before we head to eat with Grandma, I can't help but think of the many things I am Thankful for. God has blessed me far beyond my wildest dreams.

10 years ago we were in the depths of infertility treatments. And today I sit listening to 5 children in the background. It has been a long journey, one I know I would not have had enough courage to walk had I been shown the future. But God is Faithful, and He gave us strength.

2 years ago my husband fell 40 feet, and walked away with only a back ache. The Lord was with him that night! I can't imagine what life would be like without him.

3 months ago I walked a path so scary, I wasn't sure I would come out the other side. The Lord provided dear friends to comfort and support me.

We have been blessed with a successful business and hard working employees.

We love our church & church friends dearly.

I am blessed.

Lets put the 'Thanks' back into Thanksgiving

What are you looking forward to tomorrow?

....Succulent Stuffing? Juicy Turkey topped with Rich Gravy? Black Friday starting early this year? Grandma's Pumpkin Pie? Football? The Macy's Thanksgiving Parade....

Yes, those things are good, and fun to look forward to, but what are You Thankful for?
BIG things
LITTLE things
We ALL have something to say THANKS for.
Take a minute and think about all the blessings you've received this past year.
some of mine...
birth of a healthy child
good health
loving, caring, Godly husband
plenty of work for my husband
friends who come and stay with me when I need them
grandparents who spend time with my children
clothes, shoes, necessities

What are ways you can add 'Thanks' back into your Thanksgiving?

Read
before or after your big dinner:

Offer Coloring Pages for little ones.


Write 'I Give Thanks' Cards
Have everyone write on a note card something they are thankful for. Print themed ones here. Keep them from year to year and read a few old ones each year. It might be less intimidating if you don't make people put their names on their cards.

Fast
Not from a food, but a luxury item you have. You may fast for the day prior to Thanksgiving, or choose next year to fast the week prior. Then break the fast on Thanksgiving day. Discuss on Thanksgiving how you felt during that time and the other things you have you take for granted.

I'd love to hear how You plan to Give Thanks this Thanksgiving.

A Fall Apple treat & Thanks

Today I am Thankful for...

.Bright Red, Crisp Apples.
.I do love a good apple.

.For little hands which are eager to help.

.For bright smiles.

.For joyful hearts.
.For the awe of trying something new.

.For yummy fall snacks.

.For children who giggle with delight.

.I am thankful I am a mom.

What are you Thankful for today?

A Week of Thanks

This week is all about giving thanks.

Thanks for the little things.
Thanks for the BIG things.
Thanks in hard times.
Thanks in easy times.
Because, lets be honest, there is ALWAYS something to be thankful for.

Today, I am thankful..
.For friends.
.For a husband who allowed me the opportunity to fly to the east coast to surprise a sweet friend.
.For grandparents who are loving on my 4 oldest children while I am gone.
.For airplanes, so I don't have to drive.
.For gum, so my ears pop.
.For suitcases with wheels.
For GPS & the Garmin Lady.
.For new socks.
.For bubbly water.
.For wet wipes.
.For laughter.
.For the miracle of life.


What are you thankful for today?

Thanks

ABC's of Thanksgiving...
Ashlynn
Braden
Corwin
Dad's who spend time with their children
Electricity
Friends, Family & Freedom
Gabrielle
Home
Ice-cream
Jesus, who died for my sins
Koffee, hey, I already used 'C'
Laughter that fills my house
Munchkins, they add spice to my life
New socks
Older women who share their wisdom
Parents, who are dedicated grandparents to my children
Quiet time
Running, that I still can!
Silent moments with God
Tyson
Unexpected drop in's by friends
Victory over struggles
Washer & Dryer
Xcellent Coffee Shop in town
Young children who stop to smell the flowers along the path of life
Zippers, they are much faster than buttons!

I have so much to be thankful for, God has blessed me far greater than I deserve. My prayer for this upcoming year is that I will not take those around me for granted.

Thanksgiving Trivia

1. How many pounds of Turkey are consumed on Thanksgiving Day in the US?
2. What foods did the Pilgrims eat?
3. What utensil did the Pilgrims not have?
4. Before being deemed sellable, a cranberry must pass a 'bounce test'. How high must it bounce?
5. Which U.S. President established Thanksgiving as an annual holiday?
6. How many calories does the average person consume on Thanksgiving Day?
7. How many hours would you have to walk at 4 mph to burn that off?
8. What vegetable did the pilgrims have available for thanksgiving but did not use because they thought it was poisonous?
9. What year was the first Thanksgiving celebrated?
10. What is my favorite Thanksgiving dish?
    
    

1. Americans feast on 535 million pounds of turkey on Thanksgiving.
2. Deer, Codfish and Boiled pumpkin
3. Fork
4. At least 4 inches
5. Abraham Lincoln
6. The average person consumes 4,500 calories on Thanksgiving Day.
7. 12 and 3/4 hours.
8. Potatoes
9. 1621
10. It's a toss up, Fluff and Marinated Turkey