Thanksgiving…I know it’s just one day. At times, this day, finds only the two of us having dinner together, at others, their are more. I enjoy preparing the Thanksgiving feast for as many that join us.

This year, we had two of my sister-in-laws, a brother-in-law, my son, daughter-in-law and two of my grandsons and their dog, “Hope”. It was a nice day, where the meal turned out well and good conversation and games were had by all.

On a day where we should reflect on all we have…sometimes, we don’t. You know, when our kids are young, we teach them to share and be kind to others. For myself, I must heed my own direction. When our children get families of their own, then WE have to share. This year, my daughter, her husband and my grandson went to Grand Rapids to spend Thanksgiving with her in-laws. At first, I was disappointed, and of course, I would have loved to have had them here, but as I reflected on thankfulness, the Lord brought a few things to mind.

1. For several years, my daughter and her family have had Thanksgiving with us.
2. I am sure, my daughter’s in-laws would have loved to have had them there on the years that they were with us.
3. My daughter comes over and sees us on birthdays and other holidays.
4. If I am to treat others as I want to be treated, I must share.

Isn’t it funny how selfish we can be on a day where we should be thankful. For me, most days I am quite thankful for the goodness of God to me. He has shown me so much kindess. This is not a once a year occurence. So, as I have been reflecting all month and being grateful. I am also grateful that my daughter’s in-laws had the opportunity to be with my daughter’s special family.

I did, however get some grandma/grandpa hugs.

Yes, let us give thanks. Today, tomorrow, everyday. For a day does not go by where we have nothing to be thankful for.