Gratitude - a feeling of thankful appreciation for favors or benefits received."
Source: Websters Unabridged New Twentieth Century Dictionary
November is "Gratitude Month" and with Thanksgiving Day soon approaching let's take time to feel gratitude to God for all the good things in life, acknowledge the good deeds of our family and friends and be thankful.
Life is very trying right now for many people. Some are facing economic challenges, many are physically ill, and some are facing family issues. So, for just a few minutes on Thanksgiving Day, step outside your situation and just "be". Find something, no matter how small, to be thankful for because in giving thanks you will be lightening your load, even if only for a moment. Don't believe me? Give it a try!
Thanksgiving thoughts are the kind of thoughts we should have all year long. Take time for kindness to those we hold most dear, extend a helping hand to others throughout the year, and set aside some time to share with family and friends.
Start a Thanksgiving Day Tradition
At your holiday gathering, give guests strips of colorful paper, have each person write a line of thanks and sign his or her name, and drop the strips into a clear glass bowl. Use the bowl as a centerpiece; then, after the feast, pass it around and ask each person to read one note out loud. You may discover that your teenager is grateful for you after all.
Happy Thanksgiving to you all and may the Thanksgiving peach you feel this holiday last the whole year through.
Together We Can Make A Difference!
God bless,
Hollie
As teenagers, Mom often made us go around the table and say something we were thankful for. I protested at the time, but it can really be a special thing.
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