It is almost that time again. One week from today, we will be celebrating Thanksgiving. My husband and I just moved to our new home mid-October, so I have been trying to organize and clean like a mad-woman as I prepare to have family over for the holidays. My sister, brother-in-law, and all of my children and their families will be coming. The house will be crowded, noisy, and a little chaotic, but that is how I like it. The smells of turkey and cornbread dressing with lots of sage mixed with the sinfully delicious aroma of pies and cobblers will waft through the house. Family gathers and stories are swapped. There will be laughter and silliness. Grandchildren will be running, playing, and vying for attention. If the weather is nice, they may play outdoors; if not, they will surely find something to get into at Grandma's house. Families can be messy and imperfect, but they are a blessing.
How will you spend your Thanksgiving? Remember, genealogy isn't just for recording stories of ancestors. It is also about creating stories and memories that
will live long after we are gone. Share your own childhood memories and stories.
Let children and grandchildren recount their favorite Thanksgiving memory. Be
there in the moment and just enjoy each other's company. Take time to give
thanks.
Have a very happy turkey day!
Leave me a comment and let me know how you celebrating this Thanksgiving.
Thanks,
The Genealogy Grandma
