I'm so grateful

The sign behind my family reads:   

Danger   

High Voltage

We all thought this was very funny, because at times there have been a lot of
sparks flying between us.

I'm so grateful that for 58 years of my life my wonderful brothers, sisters and Mom were all here on earth to laugh, cry, cheer in new children and celebrate new grandchildren together.  I miss my sweet Mom and my amazing sister Shirley; God called them on a mission this year, but I know I will see them again.  I'm thankful, dear Savior, for this knowledge.

Just Like the Pilgrims

Thanksgiving is a day that we celebrate

By eating just like the pilgrims ate.

There's a self-basting turkey roasted to prime

With a magic red button that pops when it's time.

Stove-top stuffing with premeasured spices,

Cranberries served whole or in slices,

Potatoes whipped with electric beaters,

Presweetened Kool-Aid poured by the liters.

Fresh frozen vegetables cooked to perfection,

In a microwave with built-in convection,

Pillsbury rolls baked on a Teflon pan

Pumpkin pies straight from the can.

And when we're all stuffed and the feast is gone,

The dishwasher is stacked and the TV turned on,

Yes, traditions are great, so I'm really glad

We have a Thanksgiving just like the pilgrims had.

Jill C. Major - More Clean Your House and Everything In It