Tag: thanksgiving
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a thanksgiving gift
My Symphony Author: William Henry ChanningIllustrator: Mary Engelbreit (This little book sits on my piano) To live content with small means.To seek elegance rather than luxury, and refinement rather than fashion.To be worthy not respectable, and wealthy not rich.To study hard, think quietly, talk gently, act frankly, to listen to stars, birds,…
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thanksgiving fades
Returning fall decor to its designated box, I stop and again read through Mary Englebreit’s Little Book of Thanks (2021), captivated by her unique, distinctive illustrations next to the quotes she has chosen. Here are a few for you to stop and ponder: “I am thankful for each and every day” (Chuck Berry) “Tis the…
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a little tradition
I woke up to this morning, not feeling especially thankful. Playing youtube clicking roulette, I landed on a celebrity being asked to share her family celebratory traditions. Bolting me out of my malaise, my thoughts turned to a long ago Thanksgiving. My young daughter, out of the blue, blurted out, “We need to share our…
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