All I have to do is open my eyes in the morning, slip quietly out of bed, pad to the bathroom, wash my face, brush my teeth, then head down the hallway to our kitchen, flick on the kettle, open the blinds, and look out at the dawning day to remind myself of how trulyContinue reading “Blessings of Gratitude”
Tag Archives: Thanksgiving
Blessings
Just three days away, Thanksgiving is almost here. While many look forward to gatherings with family and friends around a table sharing a festive meal and enjoying traditions like watching the Macy’s Day Parade, cooking food together, and rooting for a favorite football team, I like Thanksgiving for another reason. It gives me time toContinue reading “Blessings”
The Same, But Different
This Thanksgiving was unlike any other. What was different was that we stayed at home. We gathered online with family on Thursday. Perhaps the same was true for you. Zoom has become the backdrop to many of our get togethers since March. What was the same this Thanksgiving was pretty much everything else. Robert andContinue reading “The Same, But Different”
Around Our Table
Thanksgiving Day table setting in our London flat My favorite holiday is just days away! When this week comes along, I always reflect on what I am grateful for. At the top of the list is our families and friends. I am also reminded of past Thanksgiving Day celebrations. A few of my favorites areContinue reading “Around Our Table”