Thankful Thursdays are something we started a few years ago. Our kids have changed during that time as has Thankful Thursdays. This year we are going to try to volunteer somewhere each Thursday minus today- I am still trying to get over this yuck (and a migraine, too!!). We will pool ideas and collectively decide where the Lord may use us best.
Last year, we started what we call our blessing tree (I will post a picture as soon as I can find it). Each day during November we each add a construction paper leaf to the blessing tree. Before adding our new the leaf to the tree, we must write one thing that we are thankful for on the leaf. My what a beautiful sight it becomes as red, yellow, orange, green and brown leaves are added day by day. By the end of November, two things have happened. One, our tree has gone from an empty brown trunk to a glorious array of color. But more importantly, we are able to see many things we are thankful for. It becomes a tangible way for all of us to realize just how blessed we are. And that is so very important.
Regardless of what my girls learn in math, history or science, I want them to realize how very blessed they are. I want them to truly want to share the Lord's love and give of themselves to others. That is my prayer tonight. That we as a family can show hope and give hope to those who need it most. Because I am ever so thankful this Thursday.
In Him,
E
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