Category Archives: thanksgiving

GIVE THANKS

Posted on November 14, 2017 by

It was October, 1929 when the stock market crashed, causing the Great Depression in America.  Just short of a hundred years ago, my mother was 8 years old, lived on a farm with her parents and siblings.  My dad was … Continue reading →

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MY SATURDAY PRAYER

Posted on April 29, 2017 by

When you’re retired, Saturday can seem like just another day, but it’s really a good day to give thanks for getting through another week – to praise God for the blessings He’s given you – to acknowledge His presence in … Continue reading →

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THE JOHNSON STREET TURKEYS

Posted on November 9, 2015 by

No, it’s not a rock group.  It isn’t a gang, in the normal sense of the word.  This group of wild turkeys has been a regular feature in our neighborhood for a few years now.  They do travel in a … Continue reading →

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HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Posted on November 27, 2014 by

In Giving thanks today, let’s pray, not only for His provision, but for His bounty.  We have been blessed in so many ways.  He feeds our bodies as well as our souls.  He protects us from harm, danger and temptation.  … Continue reading →

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LORD OF THE HARVEST

Posted on November 26, 2014 by

How can I thank you, Lord, for all you’ve done for me? Your perfect love surrounds me and sets my spirit free. You’ve taken all my sins away. You cleanse my heart both night and day. I come without one … Continue reading →

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GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD!

Posted on November 26, 2014 by

As pies bubble in our ovens and all sorts of treats are prepared for the big feast – we join in thanksgiving for the bounty in our lives.  We may even bring a meal to someone in need or take items to a … Continue reading →

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HARDSHIP

Posted on November 25, 2014 by

When we gather for our yearly Thanksgiving dinners, let’s not only be thankful for the good things we have been blessed with, but also the trials we face. Dear Lord, Thank you, God,  for trouble, depression, pain and strife. You’ve promised to … Continue reading →

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Thankful!

Posted on November 24, 2014 by

The old iron fortress stood ready and tall within the empty room. Wood stacked at one side – boots and mittens there dried, But no one would share in the warmth that it’s belly consumed. The snow outside glistened, no … Continue reading →

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COURAGE

Posted on November 23, 2014 by

1 Corinthians 16:13 “Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. “ In ancient days, gladiators were men of great courage.  They risked their lives every week in the Colosseum as they  fought valiantly against raging lions … Continue reading →

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“NO MAN IS A FAILURE IF HE HAS FRIENDS”

Posted on November 20, 2014 by

Isn’t it great to know that God has sent His own angels to protect us each day?  I have spoken about my angels and the shape they must be in by now.  I have given all of them a run for … Continue reading →

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IN EVERYTHING, GIVE THANKS!

Posted on November 18, 2014 by

Americans will soon sit down to a sumptuous dinner and feast on foods served only on special occasions.  As we fill our tummies with goodies, let’s try to focus on those who don’t have such bounty. Maybe you are faced … Continue reading →

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GIVE THANKS!

Posted on November 16, 2014 by

Most Americans celebrate Thanksgiving in eleven days, but we’ll do so today.  Being Wisconsin natives, we have done so for the past fifty years.  In that state, the week of Thanksgiving is devoted to hunting – not turkeys, but the … Continue reading →

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