Thanksgiving

Yes, I know this is late. But late is better than never.  Thanksgiving was great this year, almost. We had originally three thanksgiving dinners, but we only did two. The first one was at my cousin’s house. When I was younger, my mom’s family use to get together for every occasion (birthdays, holidays, just cause), but after my grandparents moved out of town it became less frequent and then when my grandmother died they became non-existent. So this year, my cousin decided to invite the entire family for Thanksgiving. It was great! I truly miss seeing them all. This was the first holiday the boys have spent time with my family, besides my mom and brother. I think they loved it. There was a group of young kids that included a 6 yr old, 4 yr old, 3 yr old, and 3- 1 ½ year olds. Yes! 3 kids who are 1 1/2 year olds. It was crazy, but so much fun.

Our second dinner was with my in-laws, it was a very traditional sit down family dinner. We had the traditional spread of turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, green bean casserole, pink salad, rolls, sweet potatoes and a relish tray. Which is very different from my family’s free-for-all buffet dinner. I always enjoy having family dinners because it was something that I never did as a child.

I am thankfully for both of my families, their drama and all.

Review of Living with Confidence in a Chaotic World by Dr. David Jeremiah

Since I love to read, I decided that I would sign up to be a book review for Thomas Nelson Publishing. The first book I selected was Living with Confidence in a Chaotic World by Dr. David Jeremiah. This is not a book is not one that I would have gone to the bookstore and picked out on my own. As I usually lean towards Amish Fiction or family focused. This book however was a very good and easy read. I became engrossed in the every page with all details in facts, solid Bible referencing and humor. He was able to grasp the questions I have been having about where the world is and was able to give me ease in what I have been feeling. His focus on the “One and Another” ministry and the sacred need as Christians growing through the one on one and small group ministries, truly touched my heart. As Christians, we should be focused on God and preparing those around us for our journey home.

This book is great for those who feel that they have lost everything, those who have questions about where this world is going, and for those who are looking for reassurance in God’s plans. I will definitely be passing this book along.