An Attitude of Gratitude

Thanksgiving is an attitude of gratitude for the multitude we have!

Hectic Holidays
Commercialism really ruins the mood,
When it should be about family, friends and food,
Gathering together for a big feast on Thanksgiving Day,
Is all about taking a break and just enjoying the stay,
It should be a time of leisure and reflection,
Not a hassle or stressful day of gift collection,
It has been overshadowed by early bird Black Friday sales,
Countdowns to Christmas and abundant ads in the mail,
Joyfully prepare a nice meal for the family to devour,
Turkey & stuffing… they’ll be asleep in an hour,
Then sit back and relax, talk and share time and laughter,
Time is a gift that you will cherish long after,
The hustle and bustle of Thanksgiving soon turns into Christmas,
Christmas is a birthday celebration, most people miss this,
The meaning of the holidays gets pushed right out of the way,
Because the focus is on buying, wrapping, baking and Santa in his sleigh,
Don’t get me wrong, the sentiment is nice,
We can buy each other gifts, but take my advice,
Don’t let the stress of getting it done,
Overtake the delight and celebration of the Holy One.

Tammy Harvey
Written: 11/11/2017
Happy Thanksgiving to All!