Thanksgiving 2010

On this Thanksgiving Eve evening I am sitting at home alone thinking about all of the things that I am thankful for.

• God - thankful that he has shown me what my faith and belief in him can do.
• Jesus because of him we are forgiven of our sins.
• My husband - I am so thankful that he came into my life.  Can't imagine what it would be like without you.
• My children - I am so thankful that I was chosen to be your mother. 
• My family - I am thankful for those that have chosen to be a part my life.  Family is so important to me and I love you all so much.
• My friends -  I am thankful for the many friends that I have made throughout my 42 years.  Even if I don't see or talk to you often, please know that I am grateful that I can consider you a friend.
• A job - I  am thankful that I have a job and have been with the same company for 22 years.
• Health - So thankful that my immediate family is in good health.  I send daily prayers for those that aren't so fortunate - My Dad, Aunt Jo, Aunt Vi, Aunt Beulah and the many many more that I can't name.
• My baby Sampson - Not sure what I would do without him.  He is always waiting on me at the front door when I come home and keeps me company during my many evenings alone.  How I love this little dog.
• Forgiveness - Thankful that I have found peace with many things in my life.  I have forgiven many that have hurt me and no longer dwell on the past.

Thanksgiving is a difficult holiday for me and it is becoming more so with each passing year.  Since my Mother's passing, my siblings and I don't get together as one big family anymore.  I truly miss those wonderful times together.  Since Rob goes to VA every year to hunt for Thanksgiving me and the kids have always went to a family members for this holiday.  I thank each and everyone of those that have included us, I am so grateful to you for sharing your home with us.  This year will be the most difficult one for one.  For the first time in 22 1/2 years I will not be with either of my children on Thanksgiving day.  Jessica will be working part of the day and then going to her Granny Carolyn's for dinner.  Justin will go hunting in the morning, go eat with his girlfriend's family and then go to his Granny Carolyn's at some point.  My wonderful brother in law, Mike, is coming from Rock Hill to join me in picking up my Dad and driving to my brother Ricky's & adopted sister Francine's home near Charleston for dinner.  I appreciate Ricky and Francine for inviting us, I am grateful to you both for sharing your day with us. 

May each and everyone of you have a wonderful and blessed Thanksgiving.   Remember to be thankful for everything that you have been blessed with no matter how small it may seem.  There is always someone that does not have it as good as you.

Love,

T-