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DINNER ON THANKSGIVING DAY
by Joyce M Bell
Sunday, November 22, 2009
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...in America, a special day has been set aside when we remember that our forefathers gave thanks to God for sustaining many of them through very hard times. The pilgrim's thanks was not because of over flowing material whealth, but because they were grateful for whatever He had provided for them. It is of course quite true , that one shouldn't wait for a 'special' day to thank God...we should thank Him every day but, it is good to know that hearts...north, south, east and west, are knitted on this special day, as we take the time to give thanks to our God for His marvelous and bountiful provisions in our lives. There is a wonderful satisfaction on this day in being a part of a vast...unknown amount of fellow thanks-givers.


 

D on't you dare forget the desserts...

I ndeed... they're so important!

N ot to mention the rolls...

N eeded to make them is short'n

E asy on the seasoning and the spices...

R emember...we're watching our weight!

 

O n this special day, though...

N eedless to say...none will hesitate

 

T o pile their plates as high as they please

H elpings in fact, may be two or three

A nd depending on the taste...

N 'er you ask....I'll take some home with me

in folks and friends...talking and  agreeing

S avoring the moments well...

oodness knows when we'll meet like this again

I nvites are not too often...do tell.

V isions of how it was growing up

mpart glad feelings to our soul 

N ever to be forgotten are the warm embraces

G atherings like these makes good memories...when the young turn old.

 

D inner at last is ready... we're called to slurp and clank

A s we congregate...heads bow....we give the 'true ' provider His rank

Y ou and you alone O God deserve our praises...all our heartfelt thanks!

 

 

 

 

Ps 136:26                                                   

 

 

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Reviewed by Christine Alwin 11/27/2009
Filling in more ways then one...love this Joyce..hope you are enjoying your trip!
Reviewed by William Bonilla 11/27/2009
Most enjoyable write Joyce
Happy Thanksgiving
Love & peace be with you

William
Reviewed by Edwin Hurdle 11/27/2009
I love the poem very much.I hope you had a great Thanksgiving.Mine was great.take care
Reviewed by Milton Norris 11/25/2009
Thanks for the blessing and have a Happy Thanksgiving! The gratitude of this day and everyday, which is pointed out is wonderful. The down homes style with which this is written captures the people of some we know, thank you.

Namaste and blessings,
Milton
Reviewed by Fares Rjeibi 11/25/2009
i love the poem very much!!
happy thanksgiving day :)!!
Reviewed by La Belle Rouge 11/25/2009
I don't watch my weight on Thanksgiving!! Loved the poem. Happy Thanksgiving Joyce.
Reviewed by Daniel Keith 11/25/2009
Very nice Joyce. Give all thanks to our Lord Jesus Christ. May God bless you every day of your life.

Daniel
Reviewed by Kate Burnside 11/23/2009
This has a real feast-feel and the atmosphere is wonderfully celebratory with such a lightness and embracing spirit. I love the build and the way you gather all to stop and remember round the table. A very focal point in time, thoughts and place. Indeed, memories are made of this and so important to know where we have come from, where we are and ultimately on who/what we depend. Have a most wonderful Thanksgiving, Joyce. You truly know the spirit of it. xx
Reviewed by Louisa Dobbins 11/23/2009
BEAUTIFUL!
Reviewed by Mr. Ed 11/23/2009
It is of course quite true , that one shouldn't wait for a 'special' day to thank God...we should thank Him every day

How so very true, and Happy Thanksgiving, to you.
Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado 11/23/2009
Amen! Beautifully written reminder; happy Thanksgiving to you and yours, Joyce!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D
Reviewed by Georg Mateos 11/23/2009
Thanksgiving Day, America for once should let every bell there is to call the people in behalf of every War Veteran, because they are hungry for recognition.

Georg

Reviewed by Jeanette Cooper 11/23/2009
A lovely write to express the blessings of Thanksgiving. Nicely done, Joyce.
Reviewed by Paul D Berube 11/23/2009
Excellent, Joyce. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving and God bless.
Reviewed by John Flanagan 11/23/2009
Joyce,
You're making me hungry...say I'm invited, please. And I admire the spiritual dimension you include.

John


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