Here are a few things we traditionally do on Thanksgiving
and some things we are just starting this year.
“And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to
which also you were called in one body; and be thankful...." Colossians 3:15–17 (check out the rest, too)
- We have a Thanksgiving book that explains the origins of our beloved holiday. In this book I keep a log of where we spent our Thanksgiving each year and who was there around the table. Everyone takes turns writing what they are thankful for next to their name.
- This year our kids have made the place cards for
each person who will attend. The cards are “decked-out” with a picture of a turkey, turkey facts and a scripture verse. Matthew and Jordan have written the names of each person who will be around the table. Some we left blank as there may be surprise people who show up! This brings me to my next point:
- We also invite anyone who might not have a family to be with for the holidays.
- Also, this year my mom made cookies for all the kids to decorate. This is kind of like a Christmas thing but my sister and family will be moving houses by the end of this year so I guess that’s why we are doing it at Thanksgiving.
- I printed off a bunch of festive coloring pages for the kids to do if there’s ever a lull in the entertainment :-)
What are some of your traditions? Maybe make new ones and make sure to look
into your kids’ eyes and let them know how thankful you are to be their
mommy! Make it an every-day tradition.
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