It’s always encouraging to feel like you’re not the only one!
I can relate to many of your thoughts about thanksgiving.
I also have thought of it as my favorite holiday for many years. I said to myself this year, “I could be happy to go to Season’s 52, and not cook or clean.”
But I’m keeping this to myself, except I just told you, because my 95 year old mom lives with us and she loves the food and the family gathering, and so does my husband and the four almost grown up children who will be here. I’ll have lots of help, and at the same time it’s hard not to reflect on past and current sorrows.
Thank you sharing your story and experiences and for the lovely poem. My eyes had tears when I finished reading.
Thanksgiving is like a little condensed version of life in general, especially as I get older. It's a good thing, even considering all the sorrows and challenges.
I enjoyed your thanksgiving reflections.
It’s always encouraging to feel like you’re not the only one!
I can relate to many of your thoughts about thanksgiving.
I also have thought of it as my favorite holiday for many years. I said to myself this year, “I could be happy to go to Season’s 52, and not cook or clean.”
But I’m keeping this to myself, except I just told you, because my 95 year old mom lives with us and she loves the food and the family gathering, and so does my husband and the four almost grown up children who will be here. I’ll have lots of help, and at the same time it’s hard not to reflect on past and current sorrows.
Thank you sharing your story and experiences and for the lovely poem. My eyes had tears when I finished reading.
No matter what there is much to be thankful for!
Thanksgiving is like a little condensed version of life in general, especially as I get older. It's a good thing, even considering all the sorrows and challenges.
We have several unique Thanksgiving memories. It does make for a bitter sweet day. How lovely that your family lives nearby! Enjoy!
Yes, I am spoiled! Though my oldest and her family will be traveling to visit her husband’s family this year so our house will be slightly less full.