I’m writing this blog the Sunday before Thanksgiving. I’ve just finished making a pot of chili and a dutch apple pie on this gray, dreary day. Soon I’ll be cooking for 30 or so who will show up here on Thursday. You may wonder why I’m cooking today since Mr. Turkey is waiting to get his tutu cooked come Wednesday, and potatoes, cranberries, potatoes, and sweet potatoes are cued to take their turn in the pot. It’s simple. We will…
This year my birthday fell on Thanksgiving. This was number 80 for me. I don’t know how I got to be so old. My kids decided we needed to make it a special one. They asked the family to write what they remember about our interactions. The goal was 80, but when it was all compiled, they came up with 100! As Sara read them to me, I had to guess who said what. Next up was a game of…
For each child,in-law child,grandchild,and great-grandchild,I am grateful. For healthhome,friends, freedomand family,I am grateful. For God the Son,God the Father,and God the Holy Spirit,and our relationship,I am grateful. For meaningful work,God’s giftings,and significance,I am grateful. For a full 80 years on earth,for a husband of 56 years,and for you,I am grateful. Let’s join together in praise and thanksgiving our Creator for His unmerited favor to us.