Here is a little Turkey Day factoid to start things off:
In 1621, the Plymouth colonists and Wampanoag Indians shared an autumn harvest feast that is acknowledged today as one of the first Thanksgiving celebrations in the colonies. For more than two centuries, days of thanksgiving were celebrated by individual colonies and states. It wasn't until 1863, in the midst of the Civil War, that President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed a national Thanksgiving Day to be held each November. (History.com)
And with that proclamation, the Turkey Gorging, stuffing filling and football watching holiday was started!!
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite times of year. Yes I get to eat tons of yummy good food, but I also get to see family members that I have not seen for a long time to which we will laugh and eat and have a great time in fellowship. This Thanksgiving is a bit more meaningful to me this year. (And that is saying something, as I thought that last years Thanksgiving was one that couldn't be topped! )
This year I have many many many reasons to be thankful. I have the love and support of my family, the possibility of adding new members to my family, we are all relatively healthy and accomplishing goals that we have set for ourselves. I have a house, car, and food for my family. What more can I ask for? Not too darn much I tell'ya! (well maybe instant relief from the turkey coma I will be in!)
So my crafting friends what are you thankful for? Take a few minuets and reflect. And then set your self a few goals.
Happy Thanksgiving to one and all!!
And as always: Happy Crafting!!
In 1621, the Plymouth colonists and Wampanoag Indians shared an autumn harvest feast that is acknowledged today as one of the first Thanksgiving celebrations in the colonies. For more than two centuries, days of thanksgiving were celebrated by individual colonies and states. It wasn't until 1863, in the midst of the Civil War, that President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed a national Thanksgiving Day to be held each November. (History.com)
And with that proclamation, the Turkey Gorging, stuffing filling and football watching holiday was started!!
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite times of year. Yes I get to eat tons of yummy good food, but I also get to see family members that I have not seen for a long time to which we will laugh and eat and have a great time in fellowship. This Thanksgiving is a bit more meaningful to me this year. (And that is saying something, as I thought that last years Thanksgiving was one that couldn't be topped! )
This year I have many many many reasons to be thankful. I have the love and support of my family, the possibility of adding new members to my family, we are all relatively healthy and accomplishing goals that we have set for ourselves. I have a house, car, and food for my family. What more can I ask for? Not too darn much I tell'ya! (well maybe instant relief from the turkey coma I will be in!)
So my crafting friends what are you thankful for? Take a few minuets and reflect. And then set your self a few goals.
Happy Thanksgiving to one and all!!
And as always: Happy Crafting!!
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