The year has whizzed by so fast. It’s already the week of Thanksgiving and it’s time to be grateful for all the good things in our lives. This has been a rough year with brutal and barbaric fighting in Israel/Gaza, Ukraine, and other places in the world. We must all hope and pray for peace.
It is hard to imagine a major war in our own backyard but we are lucky to live in relative safety. That’s not to say it isn’t possible, especially with all the craziness we see daily in the news. However, I, for one, have faith that clear heads will prevail. Let’s hope.
Spread kindness
The world needs a little brightness, Carol Cassara points out in her blog. So, she’s offering some tangible suggestions in “Why not start a kindness movement?” Maybe you’d like to participate–it’s easy enough!
Enjoy the holidays
The holiday season often stirs memories of past celebrations and activities. As Meryl Baer of Musings of a Shore Life prepared to drive several hours to join relatives for turkey dinner, her mind wandered to a family car trip undertaken many years ago. She tells us the tale in this week’s post.
Shop smart
Many toy-related injuries are preventable, says Rita R. Robison, consumer and personal finance journalist. Take a look at her article on the “’10 Worst Toys’ for 2023 Are Dangerous Toys to Avoid This Holiday Season, Watchdog Group Says” for a list of what not to buy for your kids or grandkids this year.
Stay sharp
It’s no secret. We all “un-remember” things as we age, says Laurie Stone. Sometimes those moments are easy to shrug off. Sometimes they can be frustrating, even rattling. Here are the five most common things people of a certain lifespan forget. Can you relate?
Eat well
I always love to share my favorite Thanksgiving recipes this time of year. Have a Happy Turkey or Tofurky Day!
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Thanks for hosting this week, Rebecca. I can always find something useful in your posts.