Saturday, October 6, 2018

Happy Thanksgiving!

Thanksgiving is about more than turkey, cranberry sauce and stuffing, though I hope I'll get a generous helping of those tomorrow.  Thanksgiving is about being thankful for so many things, from the crops that feed us to the friendship of the communities where we live, from flowers in the garden to the woods and water of the natural world around us.

Over the next days we'll see the peak of fall colour here, though it's just beginning now.  One of the nicest two weeks of the year, and a very appropriate time to be celebrating Thanksgiving.


In our case we're just thankful that I'm here, given all that's gone on the last 8 months.  We saw my GP yesterday, and he expressed his own astonishment that I was still alive alive and kicking.  Every day that you're alive is a gift.

I remember big Thanksgiving dinners at my grandparents, and only slightly smaller dinners at my own parents.  Thanksgiving is inevitably in part about family, even if you can't all get together at the time.  But don't ever take for granted that things will continue unchanged.  Take time to be consciously thankful before you devour that turkey!

23 comments:

  1. Our Thanksgiving doesn't come until the end of November, and I truly hope I'll have some good news to make me feel like celebrating. In the meantime, I'll enjoy your lovely fall pictures, FG. :-)

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  2. Happy Thanksgiving to you. It sounds like you are getting hungry already. I know a conscious thankfulness is the way it should be. You and your’s have a great thanksgiving day.

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  3. Happy Thanksgiving to you both and we too are thankful that you are back home. Here's hoping you get that turkey dinner

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  4. I have everything ready to go for a big dinner tomorrow! Happy Thanksgiving to you and enjoy the meal and time with your loved ones!

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  5. Yes indeed, every day is a gift to be savored and appreciated. You are extremely fortunate to still be of this world and we who follow your blog are glad you're here with us.

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  6. Wishing your entire family a Happy Thanksgiving.
    We learned a long time ago to never take things for granted and give Thanks every day we are here.
    Be Safe and Enjoy!

    It's about time.

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  7. Thanksgiving is a day to say Thanks for this wonderful life we have and so glad that we can enjoy every day here on this earth with so many wonderful memories of family get togethers. Enjoy your feast with family.

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  8. Happy Thanksgiving Stew, so thankful you are here. Want to come and see you before we leave, we will be in touch soon.

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  9. I agree so much.After Hugh's two heart attacks and 1 day later heart stents, our GP said " Hugh, be thankful you are alive!!! You came so close to not being here. Every day you can put your feet on the floor is a bonus". In your case, every day you get into your chariot and Mrs F.G. can drive, is such a bonus.No wonder your Dr was amazed. Lovely fall colours.

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  11. Couldn't say it any better and who better to write it. We are so thankful for many things and you're right, it isn't about the turkey, dressing and cranberries. Take nothing for granted, I like that. :)
    Happy Thanksgiving!

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  12. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. I imagine this year in particular you will be thankful and happy to be with your loved ones. Enjoy the wonderful food at this occasion.

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  13. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. Lovely Autumn trees and photos. Enjoy your day and have a great new week!

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  14. This will be a Thanksgiving you nearly missed. We'll be on the road heading home so maybe you could eat a little extra Turkey for me Okay. All the best to you folks and yes it is definitely the nicest time of year.

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  15. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. They and you have much to be thankful for.
    MB

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  16. Words to the wise from someone who knows. I'm sure this Thanksgiving is extra meaningful to you this year. Wishing you all the joys of this beautiful season, surrounded by those you love.

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  17. Beautiful autumn colours. Happy Thanksgiving!

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  18. Those colours are so lovely.
    Happy Thanksgiving.

    All the best Jan

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  19. Lovely colors. Happy Thanksgiving you and your family.

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  20. Happy Thanksgiving! I am thankful that you survived too! :)

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  21. We are all pleased you have survived to celebrate another Thanksgiving.

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