On this last day of the month of Thanksgiving, I go back to faith. I believe in religious freedom, with one requirement – that the religion have peace as a core value. For me, it is Christianity. There is always much to learn no matter your religion. The lessons are endless, which is why my dad was still attending Sunday School in his 70’s.
There is a Greek saying that I hope I get right (or at least close) “Vocatus atque non vocatus, Deus aderit” which effectively means “Bidden or not, God is present”.
Thank you for enduring these 30 days of thankfulness.
On to December tomorrow: May your Christmas be merry and bright! And may the reason for the season be at the center.
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I give thanks today for a day at home. Even though we cleaned out registers, organized closets, re-arranged drawers, hung up long awaiting laundry, and found lots of items to donate to the Free Store at church (http://www.sunnysideumc.com/vision-and-mission.html), I was glad to be in a place of comfort and rest.
Don’t worry, we got in plenty of couch time cuddling kitties, watching holiday movies, enjoying left-overs (seriously, vegetarians do make veggies tasty), and finding a pair of socks that fit perfectly without sliding around (thought I’d lost them over a year ago).
I pray your day was full good things, and that tomorrow is great!
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Happy Thanksgiving!
I give thanks for an abundance after a year of scarcity. The bad news is that the year 2012 was the worst year in many decades for fruit farmers in Michigan. The good news is that 2013 has offered the best crop Michigan has seen in many decades. It is not only a year of solid income for fruit farmers across the nation, but a tasty one!
May you have all you need to survive and flourish … every year!
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I give thanks for tasty treats. Here is a before photo of Fried Green Tomatoes.
I am celebrating Thanksgiving tomorrow not only with family, but also with vegetarians who know how to make near any veggie absolutely delicious.
I look forward to tasty treats with my fantastic family. I pray you have a joyous Thanksgiving!
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I give thanks for joy! It’s not something we have in every moment, but it is something we can have in every day – even in little bits.
- A walk in the sun (or a run if you’re so inclined)
- A favorite song on the radio
- A call from a treasured friend
- A completed project, that’s been long in process
- A glass of ice-cold water on a hot day
- A cup of hot tea on a winter’s night
- A laugh that’s unexpected and makes you smile all day
- A pull through parking spot near the front door of the store
- A beautiful shade of yellow (a little peachy)
- A cup of butterscotch pudding
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I give thanks for being raised on a farm, sometimes in a barn, and sometimes with lots of charm.
It has led to the ability to tell quite the yarn. I hope someday the stories are worth a darn!
No matter, this life was worth more than a darn because of the family, friends, faith, and farm.
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I give thanks for a shot in the dark. This photo was a shot in the dark, and it turned out pretty great. Therefore, perhaps I will marry my millionaire soul mate yet! You know, the one who will adore my cats, allow me to scrapbook unconditionally, enjoy reading as much as I do, happily join in my church and faith with me, and pose for pictures whenever I say, “Cheese!”.
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I give thanks for a cloudy day. Many people appreciate a sunny day. Sometimes I find sunny days pleasant, but when a migraine is present, there is no joy in the sun shining bright. It adds pain to a painful situation. But a day with a few clouds, putting a pretty buffer between me and the sunshine, is thoroughly appreciated.
Best wishes for the type of day you enjoy today! Just keep the sunshine down a few notches for comfort.
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Giving thanks for friends and their pets. Not only do I have heart for furry friends, but most of my friends do as well. Some friends of these friends were born, as I was, with an innate love of the amazing canine and/or feline companions. I not only get to be honored by the presence of my friends, but also their pets who are greatly loved. Although this little guy got in trouble with his mom when I stayed in their home last year. I woke up with him as my blanket. Oops!
All well-loved pets should suck up MORE to company because those are the alternate feeders. Dogs (and particular cats) know that their parents/caregivers will feed them – it’s unconditional. But they also know a good backup plan is invaluable. Just in case something happens to mom and dad, perhaps her friend will take over the multiple meals per day (and many, many snacks).
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