Happy Thanksgiving!

Greetings,

Today is the designated day Americans celebrate Thanksgiving.  Personally, to me thanksgiving is everyday. As a single parent I know all too well the many challenges we carry from day to day from finances, to “who do I call if this breaks?”  It is a daily challenge indeed. Now we embark upon the holiday season and what I want to stress is that you maintain a healthy perspective and avoid getting caught up in the moment causing you to lose perspective.

What made the designated day of “Thanksgiving” different while raising my son was a long weekend and as a result a more festive dinner was prepared just to foster a different “feel” within our home. This was one of our traditions. My love for cooking, baking, and just being a mom with my adorable son made everything feel even more special. When my now late mother moved to the state I live in, the holidays had a whole new meaning because she was always with us, and we were always with her! As a result, my son had the honor of absorbing the richness of stories that she would share with him and of course, her mere presence at our festive meals made it even more meaningful. I/we miss her beyond measure.

My hope for you this Thanksgiving is that you keep things in perspective, maintain your budget so you do not overspend, and just enjoy a good meal and storytelling with those you love. As you assemble around the table ask your child to share one thing they are thankful for. This is a precious opportunity to share, learn, teach, and love even more deeply as a family. So, savor the delicious smells from the kitchen and hug each other more closely.

Happy Thanksgiving!