The little cowboy was in full celebration mode last night as he rejoiced that he was off from school for 5 days! The hubby picked him up after school and as he unloaded his backpack onto the wooden bench by the back door, he said, "Close your eyes mom I have a BiiiiiiiiiG
suprise for you."
I closed my eyes tight and heard him giggle as he rustled inside his backpack. Then with excitement for the moment he had anticipated he said, "Open your eyes, Mom."
I fluttered my eyelids wide and right in front of me was the cutest pilgrim I had ever seen! High upon his head was a black pilgrim hat, white buckle, and that adorable grin.
"Have you ever seen anything like this, Mom?" Then he went on tell all about the "feast" prepared for the first & second grade class to celebrate Thanksgiving.
They had dried apples (he didn't like the dried apples) ~ he told me
they were a little dry (ha ha!), corn cakes which he liked, and smoked deer meat which he also liked. The festivities of the day were given in grand detail by the little cowboy pilgrim
until he said in closing,
"I am most thankful for a mom & dad who love the Lord ~ just like me."
As we prepare for Thanksgiving celebrations with family & friends remember that smaller portions and taking some of all of your favorites is ok ~ for one meal ~ for one day. Don't deny yourself your family favorites! Just have them in smaller portions and take an extra 15 minute walk after you eat. It is going to be a beautiful day tomorrow and a quick walk will boost your metabolism and help burn additional calories.
Have a blessed Thanksgiving from our family to yours ~ Stephanie
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