Blogtober 11: Happy Thanksgiving

 

We gathered at our younger daughter's home. She and her husband put on a beautiful meal for 15 people. Everyone contributed something which makes it much easier. Pumpkins, leaves and vines decorated the table. The name cards to tell us where to sit were hand painted. 

There's something very lovely about a long table, or two tables put together, filled with beloved faces all around. 

I am filled with gratitude for my family and friends, for the beauty that surrounds us, for abundant and delicious food, for peace in this beautiful country of Canada. I am thankful for the freedoms we enjoy to gather, to worship, to discuss freely, for our health and education systems, and so much more. No place is perfect, but there is much more to laud than to criticize. 

There was pie to complete the meal - lots of pie - pumpkin and Kentucky Derbe, which is a pecan and chocolate confection. I brought one whole pie home, which is a good thing as far as Tim is concerned! 

Thanksgiving officially falls on Monday, but families enjoy getting together throughout the weekend - the day really doesn't matter. 

After dinner the younger set worked on a craft. Our son-in-law had drilled holes for eyes and mouths in a number of acorns and the children had a fun time creating little people from them. 

They are all, from the almost 5 year-old to the almost 15-year-old, interested in making things. Give them raw materials they come up with something unique. 

Now home for the evening. Our own dining table has a bit of Autumn decor with a brass bowl and candlesticks, pinecones and shiny conkers. 

I'm thankful, too, for the friends I've met through blogging, and for you who are reading this post. Blogging through the years has been a wonderful way to connect across the globe. I wish you all beautiful moments to treasure.