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Happy Thanksgiving, everone

Texasmouse — Thu, 24 Nov 2016 13:19:29 GMT

I hope you all enjoy your time with family and friends. Stay safe and have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

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dex — Thu, 24 Nov 2016 13:33:16 GMT

It will just be my husband and I againthis year.My son lives in another state and will be going to his girlfriends family.I was sad last year when we couldn't be there with him and he was alone.He lives in Oklahoma and will be spending time with a large group of wonderful family people so I am very thankful this year.Happy Thanksgiving!

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Tallgal — Thu, 24 Nov 2016 13:47:24 GMT

Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.

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Texasmouse — Thu, 24 Nov 2016 14:02:50 GMT

@dex

We're in the same situation. Our families also live far away and it will just be my husband and me again this year.

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AnikaBrodie — Thu, 24 Nov 2016 14:11:54 GMT

Be thankful and enjoy your day to the fullest.

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SXMGirl — Thu, 24 Nov 2016 14:48:22 GMT

I also hope that everyone has a wonderful and thoughtful Thanksgiving as we officially begin the holiday season. It will be just my husband, me, and our menagerie.

For those of you who are alone this Thanksgiving and feeling lonely, I hope that you are treating yourself to a lovely dinner and know that we all care about you on this board.

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Sassy7356 — Thu, 24 Nov 2016 15:06:08 GMT

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dooBdoo — Thu, 24 Nov 2016 22:33:26 GMT

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! May we all find gratutide in the simple gifts, today and in the coming year.

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happygolfcartrider — Thu, 24 Nov 2016 23:14:12 GMT

I hope everyone had wonderful Turkeylicious day! Our day was perfect sharing love and food at our community meal in church.

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dex — Fri, 25 Nov 2016 03:30:42 GMT

@happygolfcartrider@Sounds like you had a great day.I had a nice dinner too with my DH.My son lives in another state too far to travelso I was happy that he was invited to his girlfriends family dinner.Her aunt loves to host all family dinners and even does everyone's birthday.I just don't have that kind of energy..sure wish I did.

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meallen616 — Fri, 25 Nov 2016 03:31:59 GMT

Hi everyone,

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happygolfcartrider — Fri, 25 Nov 2016 13:28:14 GMT

@dex wrote:
@happygolfcartrider@Sounds like you had a great day.I had a nice dinner too with my DH.My son lives in another state too far to travelso I was happy that he was invited to his girlfriends family dinner.Her aunt loves to host all family dinners and even does everyone's birthday.I just don't have that kind of energy..sure wish I did.

@dex I know it is hard when a child lives too far to see them often, ours is only about 3 hours from us but we always stay home for Thanksgiving to help with our Church community meal. We serve around 300 in two hours, all a delicious home cooked meal. Next year you and your DH should consider going to a community gathering and share your meal with others. Don't be alone and who knows, you may even live in my area and come to my church! We welcome everyone with open arms and hearts!

I do not host big dinners anymore either, it is nice your son's girlfriend has a family that does. Our son does have a big meal with family but he knows our hearts are with them.

Christmas is the same thing, we stay home and help host a party for the homeless. We spent so many years with the family that now we feel our calling is to be with the less fortunate at Christmas.

I hope you are your family have a very Merry Christmas full of love, joy and laughter!

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dex — Fri, 25 Nov 2016 13:45:18 GMT

@happygolfcartrider You are a beautiful person. I have always thought that the church or community meals were for those that couldn't afford to have their own.I would not want to take a meal from someone who needed it.I am interested in serving those meals but my DH is funny about tradition. He would be upset if we didn't have a turkey dinner.I think it is more about the reflection of family memories than the turkey for him but he is stubborn.

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happygolfcartrider — Fri, 25 Nov 2016 15:46:16 GMT

@dex Thank you for your kindness. Community meals are for everyone and that is what is so nice about them expecially at our church. We have families, homeless, Seniors with no family, people passing through or on vacation. Everyone is welcome. We do not charge, some give donation but it is not expected. We meet so many wonderful people and I can't wait til next year to do it again!