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Holiday Treats

One of our family holiday traditions is making gingerbread houses!!!
Last week we got together with our friends Ed, Molly, Dylan, and Megan to make these yummy treats.

This one was built by Anna and Mama.

This one was built by Micaiah and Papa.

I set them on the table to dry overnight...and...

...the next morning Micaiah was caught eating the roof off of one of the houses!!!

Another family holiday tradition that we are looking forward to doing this month is

driving around to look at Christmas lights and displays.

My favorite seasonal tradition is lounging around and watching movies with

the glow and warmth of a fire burning in the fireplace!!!

What is your favorite holiday tradition?

Thanksgiving

This image reminds me of the story of the prodigal son.

"But when he came to himself...he arose and came to his father.  But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and felt compassion, and ran and embraced him and kissed him...But the father said to his servants, 'Bring quickly the best robe, and put it on him, and put a ring on his hand, and shoes on his feet.  And bring the fattened calf and kill it, and let us eat and celebrate.  For this my son was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found.'  And they began to celebrate."  (Luke 15:17-24)

Oh, the love of a father for a child!

A heart full of love, forgiveness, and mercy...that is what Thanksgiving is all about!!!

Thank you Father for your love and for your son Jesus, the Messiah, that has brought light into this dark world and salvation to all who believe!!!

What I'm thankful for:
- Amazing family and friends!!!
- A visit from Grandma.
- A day with no work.
- Living a daily adventure with my family.
- Health
- Opportunity
- Talent
- Encouragement
- Passion and purpose

Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours!!!