thanks-giv-ing

thanks-giv-ing [thangks-giv-ing]
-noun
1. the act of giving thanks; grateful acknowledgement of benefits or favors, esp. to God.
2. an expression of thanks, esp. to God.
3. a public celebration in acknowledgement of divine favors or kindness.
4. a day set apart for giving thanks to God.
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so what do you think about thanksgiving? growing up i think i knew that it was about giving thanks for what we had, but in my head all i could see were the pilgrims sharing a meal with the indian's. that's what you learn in school. right? they don't teach you that it is a day not only for thanksgiving of all we have and are grateful for, but a day of giving thanks to a God who is the creator of it all. for being thankful for his acts of kindness, his goodness....his life. all things come from him. i am so grateful for all his gifts to me....my husband and our relationship, our girls and the one on the way (for those of you who do not know, yes, number three is on his/her way), and our wonderful families.... and for every situation god places before me. they are an adventure a time of growth. there are many other things that i am thankful for, but it would take way too long. so, thanks be to God for all his goodness, and may all the glory go to him. have a wonderful thanksgiving everyone.