We had a great Thanksgiving day! We were quite lazy that morning, and slept in. That was NICE!! Then we went to Alan's mom's house in Simcoe and just relaxed. The children had a great time helping their great-uncle harvest squash and pumpkins. I think they are made for farm life. They much more prefer to be out there getting dirty than being indoors soaking up their brains with knowledge!! It was a great change of pace for them, I must say.

It always breaks my heart when I know that people in our church don't get a turkey dinner, or family to spend it with. So this year, Alan and I decided we would invite those that we thought would be alone over to our house and we would make them a feast. It had to be the Saturday before, but that was ok. Anyway, Emily and I spent most of Saturday cooking, and what an assistant she is!! She worked hard, and I appreciated her help. I think that because she was such a good help, I did not feel so stressed out. We had a great time. We only had 4 extra people, but we had great fellowship with them. Then, I was pleasantly surprised when Alan started washing the dishes, and in no time, he had the kitchen in tip-top shape! He did such a fantastic job!! I just love him!!

We have so much to be thankful for! The Lord has certainly blessed us in our 15 years of marriage. He is continuing to bless, and I know that as we continue in our next phase of life, He will be there, too. Aren't we blessed to have a Heavenly Father Who knows our needs even before we have need of them, and He's there, ready to take care of it:).

Have a wonderful day!

Psalms 113:1,2

Ida