3 gifts of remembrance

1. Humility -- remembering sacrifices made by others on my behalf

2. Faith -- all of the touchstones in life that remind us of God's faithfulness

3. Joy -- In 41 years there are more happy memories than I could possibly count in a lifetime. I am blessed by countless friends, family -- and friends who are family.

3 gifts found in Bible reading

1. Grace -- Underscored reminders that I am deeply loved despite being deeply flawed.

2. Hope.

3. Truth to rely on even when life gets rocky.

3 gifts harvest

1. McIntosh apples

2. Canned tomatoes for fresh sauce

3. Trees full of color

A gift sweet, salty sipped

1. Mark doing the "icky" work in the attic blowing insulation.

2. Wisdom from the Bible -- earthy and healing

3. Morning coffee that Mark went to get.

3 gifts from your window

1. Sunshine

2. Helpful coworkers and store associates

3. Amazing staff at Enterprise that always takes care of me

3 gifts government

1. Democracy gives us an opportunity to choose our outcomes.

2. We can speak freely and engage in debate about our personal beliefs.

3. A volunteer military made of individuals willing to give their lives for mine.

3 gifts acorn small

1. Dinner with a precious friend.

2. Making new friends.

3. Gratitude from a coworker.

A gift gathered, given, good.

1. Consensus that allows everyone to have a voice

2. Grace to recognize that while I may disagree with a decision, the decision maker must make that decision in good conscience and live with the results. 

3. Voting -- a process that not only symbolizes our freedom, but gives us an opportunity to ensure that it exists.

3 gifts that start with "N"

1. Nine-year-old homework/bonding time. 

2. Night for resting

3. New information/challenges build character and strength

3 gifts worn

1. Worn like the Velveteen Rabbit -- proof of being deeply loved.

2. Remembrance worn closely to the heart during today's "All Saints" service.

3. Socks that always keep my feet dry -- thankful that my basic needs are always met.

3 gifts eaten

It is November! Let the consistent thanksgiving postings begin!

1. Stir fry cruciferous veggies 

2. Trader Joe's triple ginger cookies

3. Scrambled eggs that Mark made