Thankful thoughts.

Hello trusted friends and family~

I just wanted to take the time to wish each of you a special Thanksgiving full of gratitude and love.  I hope and pray that each one of us will take the time to appreciate not only what we have, but WHO we have around us this year.  We do not know what tomorrow will bring.  Family and friends are gifts to us.  Let’s let them know how much they mean to us.  If you are reading this blog, I am thankful for you!!  Each of you is a part of my life and you have touched my heart.  Thank you!

“Let us be grateful to people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom.” ~ Marcel Proust

Below are 7 people I am thankful for.  There are many more, but I don’t have the room to show you everyone!   🙄

Red rose bush

The hardworking hubby

The one and only son, Luke

The Chels and Jacob

Lil’ Lace and Dave

Mom and daughter at the gym

Courageous Calie

Challah

Homemade challah, courtesy of Lacey

Pumpkin pie

Homemade pumpkin pie, made by yours truly  😀

Challah

Homemade challah, courtesy of Chelsea

Pomegranates

Don’t forget the pomegranates!  They add a delightful tang and color to so many things…stuffing, sweet potatoes, salads, etc.

Rose at Lauritzen Gardens

Some people grumble that roses have thorns; I am grateful that thorns have roses. –Alphonse Karr

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.  And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Philippians 4:6-7

Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.

1 Thessalonians 5:18

Succulents

Give thanks for a little and you will find a lot!

May your Thanksgiving be full of love and gratitude!

P.S. This post was originally written in 2016, but things have changed.

I have a new little person to be thankful for!!

Charlie Cooper Carlson was born in March this Covid year.

He and I get to spend a whole lot of time together.

Charlie is precious, sweet, and fun. I love bonding with him.

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