Happy Blessed Thanksgiving, Everyone!🦃

Happy Thanksgiving, Everyone! Where has time gone? There are only 20 some days until Christmas! What a beautiful season we are in. It is time to be thankful for what God has given and start celebrating the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ, Our Savior!

We will soon be welcoming family in and cooking some of our favorites. This year, I want to share with you all a staple that is always on the table at all of our holiday gatherings: Brocolli Casserole. This is my Aunt Barbara's recipe, and it is a crowd favorite. I will include the recipe below.

Once again, my sweet Momma, Sister and I will be cooking up a storm, but it is fun doing it together. I don't consider it a chore, but a treasured time spent with my two best friends! I can't wait for the kitchen to start smelling so good!

I am so thankful for each of you who visit and comment. Know that I am praying over you and your families as you gather around your tables this Thanksgiving. I am so grateful and blessed because of all of you!

Thanksgiving isn't just about the food on the table; it's about the hearts around it and the ones we remember from times past. Cherish the moments, love one another, hold each other close, and thank God for the gift of family.

~Blessings for the Day ✞o Encourage your Life~

Happy Thanksgiving, Everyone!

Nea

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Happy Thanksgiving, Everyone!

Happy Thanksgiving, Everyone! Once again, my sweet Momma, Sister and I are cooking and preparing for Thanksgiving. I don't consider it a chore but a treasured time spent with my 2 best friends!

We are cooking chicken hens instead of turkey, pies, cornbread dressing, broccoli casserole, and more! Oh, boy, the kitchen smells good... I so wish I could share the wonderful aroma with you all!

We are fixing many of the traditional dishes that have been in our family for generations. While preparing the food, so many memories flood my mind of such precious times that I wish I could go back to so I could hold onto loved ones who are not with us! Those memories are one of the things I am so thankful for this holiday season!

What a blessing it is to be surrounded by my family, looking around that table and seeing everyone's faces. Thank you, Lord! As we celebrate Thanksgiving and gather with family & friends...let us be thankful for one another, enjoy one another, love one another, treasure one another...and let us always be grateful for the One that saved us all...Jesus...the abundance of God, and may His love fill your heart this holiday season to come!

I pray all of you can gather with the ones you love. I wanted to personally thank you all. I am grateful to have met so many wonderful friends!

My prayer this Thanksgiving is that God will bless us with HIS joy, hope, peace, and love! May we all give thanks in all we do and be grateful for what we have, giving thanks for God's many wonderful blessings!

I hope you all have a Blessed, Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving to You All!

Happy Thanksgiving, Everyone! Just busy in the kitchen with my Momma & Sister cooking and preparing for family coming in. The pies are made, and the turkey is in the oven as we speak. We are fixing many dishes that have been in our family for years...my Ma-Ma's(Grandmother) Cornbread Dressing, my Aunt's Brocolli Casserole, my dish that is requested each year...southern country casserole, and always a crowd pleaser Green Bean Casserole. So many fixings and the kitchen smells amazing. I wish there was a way I could share that with you all too!

What a blessing it is to be surrounded by my family. Looking around that table and seeing everyone's faces, I am so thankful! As we celebrate Thanksgiving and gather with family & friends...let us be thankful for one another, enjoy one another, love one another, treasure one another...and let us always be grateful for the One that saved us all...Jesus...the abundance of God, and may His love fill your heart this holiday season to come!

I pray all of you can gather with the ones you love. I wanted to personally thank you all. I am grateful to have met so many wonderful friends through this blog and on social media! Your sweet comments and emails make it fun to do this for you all!

This Thanksgiving...May you all be blessed by the joy of sharing the wonderful gift of God's love. May we all give thanks in all we do and be grateful for what we have, giving thanks for God's many wonderful blessings! I hope you all have a Blessed, Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone...Memories, a Family Favorite Recipe, Fashion, Decor & More!!!

I loved Thanksgiving when I was young, that meant the excitement of going to my Ma'Ma's house and time with my cousins. Sitting at the kids table together, playing board games, decorating our Ma-Ma's tree and eating her amazing I mean amazing home cooked Thanksgiving dinner that my Momma and Aunts helped with as well. It was always so so good. I still remember the taste of her Million Dollar Pound Cake, it melted in my mouth! Oh how I wish I could go back.

And now, the meaning of Thanksgiving is so much more! I still love gathering with family, but now at Daddy and Momma's farmhouse. There is a warmth of feelings when you can be with family... love, joy, and a feeling of peace that is indescribable and so wonderful too! We do all the preparing, cooking, and then gather around the table holding hands and saying grace. Thanksgiving is not just about the food for me, yes it is good, but for me, it is time that I am thankful that we can hold onto one another, encourage one another, share with one another, love one another, and see those wonderful faces across the table, and that is what I am so thankful for!

We gather not just because that is what you do at Thanksgiving, but beacuse that is what God designed our hearts to do. As it says in Matthew 18:20... When two or more are gathered in HIS name, God is there in the midst of them. That is Amazing!!! So I hope you all can gather together and show love and feel love with others this Thanksgiving.

I want to thank you all for visiting, commenting, and supporting my blog here and on social media, it means so much! I pray you all can be family and friends and share time with one another. Whatever you do, be sure to take time with family, share some joy this Christmas, and enjoy God’s blessings this holiday season! I am so grateful, thankful, and blessed to have you all. Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!



~ Our Family's Classic Chicken Pot Pie Recipe ~

1 box (14.1 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Pie Crusts (2 Count), softened as directed on box

1/3 cup butter

1/3 cup chopped onion

1/3 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

1 3/4 cups chicken broth

1/2 cup milk

2 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken or turkey

2 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed

1. Heat oven to 425°F. Prepare pie crusts as directed on the box for Two-Crust Pie using a 9-inch glass pie pan.

2. In a 2-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender. Stir in flour, salt, and pepper until well blended. Gradually stir in broth and milk, cooking and stirring until bubbly and thickened.

3. Stir in chicken and mixed vegetables. Remove from heat. Spoon chicken mixture into crust-lined pan. Top with second crust; seal edge and flute. Cut slits in several places in top crust.

4. Bake 30 to 40 minutes or until the crust is golden brown. During the last 15 to 20 minutes of baking, cover the crust edge with strips of foil to prevent excessive browning. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

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Thankful Embroidered Pillow

Gather Embroidered Pillow

Abby Turner - The Living Table: Recipes and Devotions for Everyday Get-Togethers and Wooden Spoon Set

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Family Gathers Here - Grainsack Table Runner

Give Us This Day - Wooden Dough Bowl

I hope you have a wonderful time this Thanksgiving week with your Family & Friends! 

Happy Thanksgiving! Blessings to You All, 

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Happy Blessed Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving Week Everyone! For my family, it is a time of gathering and giving thanks to Our Lord for carrying us through this year. 2020, has been tough for everyone for different reasons, but I know God has been with us throughout it and will continue to be. He is our Constant! This year has been quite hard for our family... with losing 2 dear Aunts, a sweet Uncle, and then my precious Grandmother. (and not from the virus) Also, we lost 2 sweet kitties that we just adored and brought such joy each day. It seems we have been leaning & trusting on God more than ever. Just knowing He is Always there in the Good times and Bad times is a great comfort. I am so grateful that my family will be gathering around the Thanksgiving table this year, cherishing the time to together, seeing loved ones faces, and remembering the ones we lost. I will also be thinking of all of you as well. I pray you are able to be with your families this Thanksgiving! 

Thanksgiving is also the start of the Christmas season... from decorating to shopping for gifts, and family traditions. I love decorating for Christmas and the memories each year doing so with my family. I also love sharing the joy of Christmas and Jesus with others in need. Our family each year always prepares gift boxes for Operation Christmas Child. It is such a blessing and gives you such a good feeling in your heart knowing a child will have a gift to open this Christmas and a message of hope through Jesus Christ! It is amazing to be part of such a wonderful ministry. If you would like to pack a shoebox of your own you can do so by building a shoebox online. Bless Children Around the World Without Leaving Home! *CLICK HERE* Message from Samaritan's Purse-Now more than ever, children need great joy! You can give boys and girls in need a tangible expression of God’s love through a gift-filled shoebox packed from your computer or handheld device. In just a few clicks, you can select toys and other fun items to include as well as a letter and photo to delight the heart of a child. After we pack and ship shoeboxes like yours overseas, local believers share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with children as they distribute them. As a result, families are reached, new churches are started, and communities are transformed. It all begins with you. Pack a shoebox online today!

I hope you have a wonderful time this Thanksgiving week with your Family & Friends! 

Happy Thanksgiving! Blessings to You All, 

Happy Thanksgiving🦃 ~ Thankfulness, Memories, Recipes, Party Games, Hallmark Movies & More!!!

I am grateful to have met so many wonderful friends

through It's a Wonderful LifeStyle!

You all have welcomed me with your sweet comments and emails. I am so Thankful!!!

Each of you have a special place in my heart

and I pray this Thanksgiving & Christmas season you

are abundantly blessed!

In Everything Give Thanks - Wood Framed Wall Art-Available at Dayspring

I love Thanksgiving... the time spent in the kitchen cooking & baking with my Momma & Sister. My Daddy carving the turkey and He & my Brother leading us in prayer. What sweet moments. I also remember going to my Ma-Ma's(grandmother) house, and seeing all the loved ones that came home to celebrate together. The house was full, not just because we have a large family, but it was full of love. Those sweet times with my precious aunts & uncles and the excitement of time with my cousins - playing and laughing together...

I so wish I could go back!!!

There was always a warm feeling at my Ma-Ma's house - an indescribable feeling of Love and Joy.

My Ma-Ma made every holiday so special, I miss her very much and so so grateful for those precious memories. We now make several of her recipes each year, so in a way it feels like she is here with us.

Here is my Ma-Ma's(grandmother) Cornbread Dressing Recipe... it is so delicious!!!

(She usually always made this without a recipe and my Momma does the same, but here is the recipe my Momma has put together just so others in the family can make it.)

Momma's(Ma-Ma's) Corn Bread Dressing

6-8 cups of cornbread
1/2 cup turkey broth
1 onion finely chopped
1 celery bunch finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 1/2 teaspoon of rubbed sage

Saute chopped onions and celery in 1/2 stick of butter until transparent.
In a Large mixing bowl combine 6-8 cups of crumbled cornbread.
Add 1/2 cup of turkey broth (or enough to pack and make a patty), then add sautéed onions and celery, 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning, 1 1/2 teaspoons rubbed sage(or more to taste...you can taste test this since everything is cooked) Mix Well. Make into patties - Place on baking sheet and Bake at 400 until golden brown 15-25 minutes...depends on your oven.

I am so grateful that I will be with all my precious family this Thanksgiving...gathering around the table and seeing all those sweet faces, for a delicious feast and sharing the joy of simply being together and giving thanks to the Lord for another wonderful year, and God always being with us & the Christmas to come!!! What Precious Memories!!!

Thanksgiving Games for Kids and Families-Available at The Spruce

Our family always enjoys playing games together on thanksgiving as well! Here are a few games that

you can play with your family, that always leads

to laughter and fun for everyone.

*Mad Libs are a great Thanksgiving game because the whole family can participate. Have everyone take turns calling out words until the whole sheet is filled, then read what is sure to be a funny (and at least somewhat festive) story aloud.
Click Here...for some Thanksgiving Mad Libs you can print out and share with your family!

*Charades is always a fun party game for all ages, but you can make it extra fun on Thanksgiving by using words and phrases that are seasonal and festive. Acting out "cranberry sauce" and "pumpkin pie" might be a little bit of a challenge, but hey, that's part of the fun!

So, when you think of Thanksgiving, you think of cooking, right? Well, here is a game for all ages, that uses oven mitts to make it more challenging but a lot of fun!

*Oven Mitt Unwrap is a game where you have to unwrap the gift/prize using oven mitts.

You will need-Two oven mitts, one wrapped gift, two dice

Set Up:
Wrap the gift with as much tape as you wish. The more tape you use, the harder it is to unwrap and the longer it takes to play the game.
How to Play:
Have the participants sit in a circle. Hand the two dice to one of the players. Hand the oven mitts and wrapped gift to the player on the right of the player who has the dice. The game begins when the player with the dice starts rolling. The player with the gift must put the oven mitts on and then try to open the gift. As soon as the player with the dice rolls a double, then they pass the dice to their left and take the gift and oven mitts from the player on their right. This new player tries to open the gift before the player with the dice rolls a double. Play continues until someone with the mitts on actually opens/unwraps the gift completely.
As the host of the game, you may suggest further rules such as:
ONLY the mitts can touch the gift, which means you can not use your teeth or feet or anything else.
You may not POUND or HIT the gift with force.
Winner:
The player that opens the gift fully ... wins the game and keeps the gift as a prize.

Turkey on the Table - Start a New Family Tradition and Share What You are Grateful For With this Heartwarming Kit- Available at Amazon

These are just a few games, that will bring some joy to your family and make wonderful memories.

Also, if you need to entertain your guests this week, don't forget to watch the Hallmark Channel. They are celebrating with their traditional 7 night Thanksgiving event! There will be Christmas movies all day and new movies premiering every night. Be sure to check out the full schedule on my Sweet Sister's Website...It's A Wonderful Movie *CLICK HERE* She has everything you need to know about Christmas Movies and more!

Here are just a few Classics I will be watching this week.

It's A Wonderful Life-Available at Amazon

*It's A Wonderful Life - a True Classic Christmas Movie, airs Saturday, November 30th at 8pm/7c. on NBC

A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving-Available at Amazon
*A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving - the beloved classic with all the Peanuts Gang, airs Wednesday, November 27th at 9pm/8c. on ABC.

As we celebrate Thanksgiving and gather with family & friends...let us be thankful for one another, enjoy one another, love on one another, have fun with one another...and let us always be grateful for the One that saved us all...Jesus...the abundance of God, and may His love fill your heart this holiday season!

Blessings for the Day to Encourage

your Life and Bring You Joy!

I pray you all have a

Blessed, Happy, & Joyous Thanksgiving, Each and Everyone!!!

🦃Thanksgiving Table Decor & More That Will Make Your Home Warm & Inviting This Holiday Season

The Holiday Season is coming fast, and that means...

Family Gatherings,
Thanksgiving and Giving Thanks to Our Lord,
Feasts,
Cooking & Baking,
and Gift-Giving.

P. Graham Dunn Bless The Food, Family, and Love 12 x 6 Fence Post Wood Look Wall Art Plaque

Thanksgiving is only a few weeks away, and many of you will be gathering with family & friends for the traditional dinner at your home. So, to get you prepared and ready, here are some items you will want to make your home look beautiful, warm, and inviting. Today, I’m going to share some ideas for your Thanksgiving table, home decor, and for yourself. All the shopping links for these items are from Amazon, Dayspring, Hobby Lobby, and Life is Good.

I hope these items give you some inspiration for your own Thanksgiving. If you have any questions about these products, I will be happy to answer them. Just leave me a message in the comment section below.

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Every year my Momma, Sister, and I plan our family Thanksgiving dinner. I love this time of preparing and cooking with my best friends...what sweet memories. A few years back, my sister gave me this cookbook for my birthday by Gooseberry Patch, so of course, I wanted to try a new dish from it for thanksgiving dinner. I chose to make "Southern Country Casserole." I knew it would be pleasing to everyone, and it was! I now make it every year. Here is the recipe from the cookbook. It is located on page 18.

Come on Over Cookbook: A delightful collection of simple recipes and clever ideas for casual gatherings with family & friends-Available at Amazon

Southern Country Casserole

I use organic ingredients for everything listed.

2 c. water
1/2 c. quick-cooking grits, uncooked
3-1/2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
4 eggs, beaten
1 c. milk
1/2 t. salt
1/2 t. pepper
1 lb. ground sausage, browned (I use Simple Truth Organic Turkey Sausage)
1 T. fresh parsley, chopped

Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan; add grits. Return to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 4 minutes. Mix in 2 cups cheese; stir until melted. Remove from heat; add eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and sausage, mixing well. Pour into a greased 13"x9" baking pan; bake at 350 degrees for 45 to 50 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and parsley; return to oven until cheese melts, about 5 minutes. Serves 6 to 8.




First, for your Thanksgiving Table & Home Decor...

Pumpkin Paper Plates Small or Large Plates-Available at Hobby Lobby

Details via Hobby Lobby-Serve up your Thanksgiving feast in style! 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Pumpkin Paper Plates are festive plates to use during your Thanksgiving holiday. These paper plates feature cream colors with an orange pumpkin design in the center and a Bible verse in white in the center. Set them out with matching cutlery and table centerpiece for a great display!

Pumpkin Napkins - Large or Small

Details via Hobby Lobby-The holidays are meant for delicious treats and meals, so finish off your perfect banquet table with Large 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Pumpkin Napkins. Featuring swirls, leaves, and "Give Thanks In All You Do" text, these pretty napkins are made perfect when combined with coordinating centerpieces and tableware. Serve up a delicious feast, and give thanks for the glorious bounty.

Grateful Ceramic Platter-Available at DaySpring

Details via DaySpring-'Grateful' ceramic platter's classic style makes a perfect gift for all occasions or a great addition to your own kitchen. The DaySpring home collection is the perfect combination of fresh design and timeless Scriptures, with a focus on beautiful, meaningful verses and hymn lyrics that are often underused on home decor - making them unique and compelling. Message: Give Thanks To The Lord, For He Is Good; grateful For His Steadfast Love Endures Forever. Psalm 107:1 Grateful ceramic platter Size: 14 x 7 Dishwasher safe

Come Gather at the Table - Wooden Wall Art-Available at DaySpring

Details via DaySpring-Come Gather at the Table...a welcoming message that warmly invites family, friends, and guests to your table for great conversation, fresh cups of coffee (tea and cocoa, too!), and food, if you choose! A uniquely designed wall art that emulates the appearance of reclaimed barn siding and includes the carved word 'Gather' that creates an exquisite sense of depth and distinction. Great gift for housewarmings, weddings, birthdays, Thanksgiving, or simply just because!

Pfaltzgraff Plymouth 16-Piece Dinnerware Set (Service For 4)-Available at Amazon

Details via Amazon Package include 11-1/2-inch dinner plates, 9-inch salad plates, 20-ounce soup cereal bowls, and 12-ounce mugs.
This piece is part of the Pfaltzgraff Plymouth collection, featuring sculpted and embossed vegetables, fruits, and acorns adorning a creamy white background. There are several other pieces available at Amazon with this design.
This set is dishwasher, oven, and microwave safe for easy preparation and cleanup.

Benson Mills Harvest Splendor Engineered Printed Fabric Tablecloth-Available at Amazon in Different Sizes

Details via Amazon-This tablecloth is designed with a harvest theme pattern. This engineered border tablecloth will effortlessly dress up your holiday table with a luxurious jacquard fabric print base, which will impress your family and guests in your holiday dining. The table size chart will help you quickly find the perfect size for your table. Machine washable.

Mud Pie Thanksgiving Gather Side Serving Dish Set of 2-Available at Amazon

Mud Pie Gather Pumpkin Cheese Plate with Napkins plate-Available at Amazon

Mud Pie Thanksgiving Spreader Set-Available at Amazon

Mercury Glass Pumpkin Light with Timer-Available at Amazon

Perfect accent for your Thanksgiving table Décor.

Turkey on the Table Book and Activity Kit - Give Thanks and Start a New Thanksgiving Tradition-Available at Amazon

Details via Amazon-Turkey on the Table Book and Activity Kit - Give Thanks and Start a New Family Tradition. Turn thanks into a daily routine by teaching the skill of gratitude to your children and family. This heartwarming bird serves as a daily reminder to remember the people and things you are grateful for. A new family tradition, make an effort to think of and record your gratitude on a new feather each day and display them proudly in your turkey. On Thanksgiving, read aloud what each family member has to be thankful for. A great family activity or display piece for the home, classroom, or learning environment, children will learn to reflect on and understand the blessings of their lives. Appreciate all of life's blessings with this fun and easy-to-use kit, which includes 13 chevron/polka dot feathers, a marker, and a book for your family. Not only will your family experience the benefits of being thankful, but you will also experience the joy of giving, knowing that 10 meals will be provided to someone in need with each Turkey on the Table sold. To date, over 435,000 meals have been donated by Turkey on the Table through our partnership with Feeding America.

Field of Pumpkins Silhouette Farmhouse Decor Galvanized Tray-Available at Amazon

3-Piece Flickering LED Candle Set with Timer(Grateful, Thankful, Blessed)-Available at Amazon

Set of 3 Inspirational Pumpkins Table Top Home Accent Décor-Available at Amazon

RAZ Imports The Pumpkin Patch 25" Thanks and Giving Pumpkin Sign-Available at Amazon

Set of 4 Cotton Linen Autumn Thanksgiving Decorative Pillow Covers-Available at Amazon

Here are a few Fashion Finds to wear for Thanksgiving...

Women Give Thanks Pumpkin Letter Print T-Shirt-Available at Amazon

Life is Good Women's Thankful and Grateful Long Sleeve-Available at Life Is Good

Thankful Grateful And Oh So Blessed, Shirt-Available at Amazon

Thankful Pumpkin Gingham Graphic T-Shirt-Available at Amazon

In This Home - Cotton/Linen Apron-Available at DaySpring

Details via DaySpring-Wear our 'In This Home' Christian cotton/linen apron as you prepare meals for family and friends. The sentiment on this inspirational apron makes one mindful of the blessing of friends and family and to give thanks for everything. A perfect gift for any occasion.
Message:
In This Home
We gather together with friends and family, for they are life's greatest blessings.
We give thanks in everything, for our blessings are bountiful.
We live simply and show gratitude, for in simplicity, we find meaning.
We love generously and with full hearts, for love is the greatest gift of all.

Thanksgiving Kitchen Apron with Pocket and Extra Long Ties-Available at Amazon

Blessings for the Day to Encourage your Life and Bring You Joy!

"Give Thanks In All You Do"

1 Thessalonians 5:18

This Thanksgiving...May your home be filled with the love of family and friends...
May you be blessed by the joy of sharing the wonderful gift of God's love. May we all give thanks in all we do and be grateful for what we have,  giving thanks for God's many wonderful blessings!

I hope you all have a Blessed, Happy Thanksgiving!