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We just had a delightful Sunday afternoon. My two girls and their families came to spend a few hours with us to celebrate a “Mini Thanksgiving”. And do you know what? It felt like Thanksgiving! Both of them brought a part of the dinner as we made turkey dressing, gravy, yams, and rolls for all to enjoy, both the meal and the coming together as a family. We don’t get to see them very often. They live close to one another while we are two hours away. Each of us have our own busy lives to live, so it was good to come together for an afternoon of family time, laughter, and some turkey. Two of our family members were not able to make it because each had prior engagements or commitments that could not be changed. Maybe next time we can all meet together as one big, happy, family gathering. It’s all a part of what I wrote about last week, “That Family Time of the Year”.

Saturday, Nov. 9