Happy Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving


It’s not about the turkey friend,
Walnut dressing and pumpkin pie.
Golden corn that our plate adorns,
Or the bright red cranberry sauce.

Mashed potatoes drenched in gravy,
Sit beside the sweet candied yams,
Cooked carrots, green beans and onions,
Pickles, fresh bread and grandma’s jams.

All is silent as grandpa prays,
He talks to God, his friend indeed,
Offers our thanks for needs supplied,
For the blessing of family.

Now with our hearts and plates prepared,
We celebrate the yearly feast,
Rich harvest of our sweet home land,
And given by our Father’s hand.

Sylvia joins me in wishing everyone at your house a most happy and blessed Thanksgiving.

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About Chuck

I am retired after a career in electronics and in publishing. Today, my wife of 50+ years, Sylvia, and I live in a house on a hill beside a dirt road in rural west Michigan. We enjoy living in this country environment where livestock and wild life out number the human population.

6 thoughts on “Happy Thanksgiving

  1. Hi. Seen you from Vanilla's blog. Thought to drop in for a visit!

    Happy Thanksgiving and i have enjoyed my visit here very much.

    Smiles,
    ~Silver
    Reflections

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