What is God asking of me? Maybelle Crabtree here. So it’s the end of November and I’m looking back at the events of this year. This year has been difficult for me; not for anything in particular, just difficult. My word for this year was “forward” and I have not lived that word very well. Maybe I’m just in the deepest part of my grieving process. At times, I feel even more … [Read more...] about What is God Asking of Me?
Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving Day – Then and Now
Maybelle Crabtree here. Thanksgiving Day then and now. My how they have changed. Thanksgiving Day - Then My Thanksgiving Day then, as a child, was like the famous Normal Rockwell painting, “Freedom From Want.” In it, the grandmother is placing the big turkey platter in front of the grandfather who is ready to slice and serve the bird. Sitting around the table is the rest … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Day – Then and Now
There’s Always Something to be Thankful For
Maybelle Crabtree here. While this year is not one I wish to repeat, I have learned throughout my life that even in challenging times there is always something to be thankful for. And with Thanksgiving Day just a few days away, we should all stop and reflect on the things in our lives that we can be thankful for. Even though this year could have been a whole lot better … [Read more...] about There’s Always Something to be Thankful For
Thanksgiving Day or Giving Thanks Day?
Thanksgiving Day or Giving Thanks Day? Which one is it for you? My answer – it all depends on how old you are. When I was a child, it was definitely Thanksgiving Day – turkey, parades, football, and family supper. Thanksgiving Day Past I remember we all gathered at Geepa and May May’s house which included my mom, dad, sister, mom’s two sisters and their husbands, seven … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Day or Giving Thanks Day?