It’s November! And with it comes Thanksgiving – the holiday many people say is their favorite because it’s simple. Family, football, a festive feast day, and no frenetic search for the perfect gifts.
No, it’s not great for everyone, I know. I don’t want to diminish the pain of those who are going through this holiday for the first time with someone missing from their table, or are in the midst of circumstances that are very difficult. Be gentle with yourself. Tell your people what you need. Maybe go back and read this post on a “sacrifice of praise” from a few years ago.
Some of us might need a little perspective shift. You may want to check out this post on what Thanksgiving looks like from where someone else is sitting.
If you want some prompts to help you keep a focus on gratitude this month, here you go!
- Write a note to someone you’re grateful for.
- Host a Friendsgiving gathering.
- Post a picture of one place you’re grateful for.
- Post a verse or quote on gratitude that is meaningful to you.
- Bake goodies and deliver as a thank you to people who don’t usually get recognized – like the janitor at your kids’ school.
- Give a shout out to a favorite Instagram feed and why you appreciate it. Share one of their pictures.
- What’s a favorite comfort food you’re thankful for? Make and invite someone to share.
- Share a Thanksgiving story with pictures.
- What helps create a comforting atmosphere that you’re grateful for?
- Post a picture of family members you’re grateful for.
I’ll be posting my responses to these on Instagram and I’d LOVE to see you do it too! Just use the hashtag #everydaygraces (Did you know you can follow hashtags? You can, and I will be following!)
You guys who know me, know that one of the things I LOVE is meaningful questions around the table! Here’s a fun resource I like that you might consider for Thanksgiving dinner! It’s called “Untie Your Story” – questions on cloth you cut apart and tie around the napkins at your table.
Some fun Instagram posts for the day after Halloween…
Happy Weekending friends!
