At this time of year, when we are all trying to get through our normal routines while also planning for holiday meals and gatherings, it is easy to lose focus on why we do any of this. Last year, we wrote this list during the week of Thanksgiving and believe it bears repeating–a good reminder for all of us. Once again, we’re intentionally thinking about how grateful we are to have the ability to do these things, and are attempting to do them with a measure of grace.
Gratitude
- Gratitude for a holiday that reminds us to have a renewed focus on giving thanks.
- Gratitude and appreciation for the abundant food choices: healthy, convenient, local, exotic, prepared, and raw ingredients.
- Gratitude that we have safe and modern appliances to help us cook and clean and preserve our food.
- Gratitude for all those who work to grow, harvest, market, prepare, and serve the food to feed and nourish our families.
Grace
- Grace to make an effort to do the difficult things because we are grateful to have the health and ability to go shopping and prepare meals.
- Grace to see feeding our families not as a chore but an opportunity to nourish our families with healthy foods and loving care.
- Grace to re-focus our busy lives with the Thanksgiving holiday, reminding us that food is to be appreciated and respected.
- Grace in sharing a meal with others. During Thanksgiving and the holiday season, we’ll work to remember that the what we really want to do is to gather with others: for potluck, soup supper, a feast, or humble meal with the intention that food is best when shared.
We’re thankful that you join us every week as we aspire to inspire your efforts in Feeding Your Family with health and love.
Happy Thanksgiving!
