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Wednesday, November 17, 2010

COUNTING MY BLESSINGS












Lynn at The Vintage Nest is having a Give Thanks Party. The things for which I am thankful have not changed since last year, so I am re-posting last year's post. Of course, anything for which I am thankful is also a favorite thing, so this is my Favorite Things Saturday post as well, and I'm linking to Friday Favorites at The Whistlestop Cafe. I will also be linking this post to The Tablescaper for Seasonal Sundays and to Happy to Design for Sunday Favorites.























I apologize that this post is kind of a mess. I've been posting from Live Writer for so long, I've almost forgotten how to use Blogger. Since I was copying an old post, I had to use Blogger.

Information about sending cards to Heather and Robert is located above the prayer list on my sidebar. Thanks.

Don't forget to go check the links at The Vintage Nest, The Whistlestop Cafe, The Tablescaper, and Happy to Design, and the Favorite Things links below. There are a lot of fun parties in Blogville. Thank you to our gracious hostesses. I will be taking a little blog break. I'll be back for Favorite Things Saturday next Friday. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving. laurie

43 comments:

Mellodee said...

Hope you have a beautiful Thanksgiving with all of your family around you, enjoying the beautiful table(s) you are sure to set!

p.s. I have stolen a copy of the turkey and the little boy, soooo sweet! I hope you don't mind. I will of course credit you!

Blessings on you!!

Mel

Lynn said...

A beautiful post Laurie! Lovin' the turkey and little boy-Happy Thanksgiving:@)

Tricia said...

What a lovely post! Looks as if you are going to be Busy Laurie, with that many loved ones coming for Thanksgiving -- happy cooking!

Sue McPeak said...

Enjoyed my visit to your Giving Thanks post and your Blog. Wonderful thoughts and blessings you have shared. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!

Cindy (Applestone Cottage) said...

I love this post Laurie!
It says it all and its got your creative touch!
Hugs Friend,
Cindy

xinex said...

You really do have a lot to be thankful for, Laurie. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!...Christine

Marty@A Stroll Thru Life said...

Laurie, such a beautiful post. I am thankful to have met you through blogland and call you friend. I hope you and yours have a very Blessed Thanksgiving. Hugs, Marty

Glenda/MidSouth said...

Nice post!
Enjoy your weekend.

Francie...The Scented Cottage Studio said...

You are doing the green thing and recycling :)) and it's a lovely post too, thanks for sharing.
Hope your Thanksgiving is blessed and happy and continues to be...

Linda @ A La Carte said...

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving. See you next week!

Diann @ The Thrifty Groove said...

Hi Laurie!

A wonderful post. We really have so many blessings in our lives. And having you as a friend is just another wonderful blessing! I hope you and Mr. Laurie have a terrific Thanksgiving!!

Ginger said...

Ahh you really DO have a lot to be thankful for. you are such a sweetheart you deserve all the good things that have come into your life!!

Cheryl ~ ZanyMayd said...

So much to be Thankful for ~ Happy Thanksgiving....
cheryl

Debby@Just Breathe said...

You are blessed. I enjoyed this post of thankfulness.

Anonymous said...

Beautiful post, Laurie!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Anonymous said...

Beautiful post, Laurie!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Chari at Happy To Design said...

Hello dear friend...

Thank you, Laurie...your Thanksgiving post is so wonderfully sweet! You know, I count my blessings daily, however I am so glad that we have a season of thanksgiving...in particular...a special day set apart...just to recognize our many blessings! Happy Thanksgiving, dear sweet friend! I too, count you as one of my blessings! Friendship is such a sweet thing...for where would we be without our friends? I am also very thankful that I know the Lord and that I belong to HIM! He is such a loving, gracious, and merciful Saviour!!! I don't know where I would be without HIM as well! I acknowledge that ALL blessings come from HIM!!! Thank you, Lord!!!

Well my friend, thank you for joining in with the Sunday Favorites party this week...I'm just tickled pink to have you! And...thank you so much for hosting another week of Favorite Things Saturday! I really appreciate your time and effort in making an opportunity for all of us to share a few of our favorite things each week!

Love ya, Laurie!
Chari @Happy To Design

Barb said...

Hi Laurie,

This is my first visit. What a lovely blog.
Your post hit home. We have so much to be thankful for. Thank you for sharing.

hugs,
Barb

Anonymous said...

Laurie,
Thanks for hosting. Your post is full of blessing! Thank you.

The Muse said...

Greetings Laurie !
I was so happy to see your blog on the guest list...
as I count you among my blessings:)

Delighted to read through your post and find that heaven has held you dear...

Sarah said...

Laurie, this is a wonderful post and tribute to your family. What beautiful grandchildren! I see a lot of their grandmothe smiling in those sweet faces.
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your dear family. Enjoy the holiday. Looks like you'll be in the kitchen! LOL
~ Sarah

Anonymous said...

Hi Laurie, Thank you for being the wonderful you that you are and for all your fun posts and for joining in on my first ever party. What a joy it has been to read everyone's blog post and see their families. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving. xo Lynn

Kathleen said...

Happy Tgiving, you are truly blessed, as so many of us are! I love how you make room for everybody! How many birds do you cook for that crowd?
Enjoy the holiday, and then put your skates on. You will need them to get all those decos of yours out!! :)
God bless you and your loved ones!

Sue said...

Laurie, Take time to savor the presence of your loved ones and have a wonderful Thanksgiving Day. Thanks for being a sweet friend. ♥ xo Sue

Bill said...

Wonderful reasons for thankfulness, Laurie! And we're thankful for YOU!

I enjoyed your post about cloche collecting -- would you believe I still don't have a single one (unless you count cake and cheese domes)? I see them from time to time, but I've yet to find a bargain on one. :-(

Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving (and that you're not doing all the cooking for 30 people!).

Warmest regards,
Bill

Confessions of a Plate Addict said...

Hi Laurie! What a wonderful post! I, too, have much to be thankful for! Your grandbabies are such cuties! Enjoy your time with your family! Happy Thanksgiving!...hugs...Debbie

Anonymous said...

Your post reminded me that there's so much to be thankful for...I think that's why I like Thanksgiving so much–it reminds me of all my blessings!

Sunny Simple Life said...

Your Thanksgiving tables are so lovely. How wonderful for all your guests. Thanks for hosting the link party. Have a Happy Healthy Thanksgiving!!

Sweet European Dreams said...

Our families are indeed a Blessing! Enjoy time with yours this week! -diane

The Charm of Home said...

Laurie,
What a wonderful posts! Those are truly the thing to be thankful for. I am also thankful for fun bloggers like you! Thanks.
Sherry

Anonymous said...

Hi Laurie! What a lovely post about thankfulness!
I pray you have a wonderful blessed Thanksgiving.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)

Cindy said...

This post wasn't a mess for me, it's lovely. Thank you.

Freely Living Life said...

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

{{hugs}}

My Cozy Corner said...

Hi Laurie
I stopped by to say Happy Thanksgiving to you. I love the way you show your gratitude. Thank you for visiting My Cozy Corner.
xo
Betty

KBeau said...

We are truly blessed to have so much. Thanks for re-posting this as a reminder to all of us. Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving. We are traveling to Arkansas as usual. Can't wait.

BTW, I'm exhausted after last night's game.

Sonia said...

What a wonderful post! The poem is lovely and such a great reminder we have so much to be thankful for! I enjoy my visits to your blog-thanks for all the inspiration this past year!

Miss Bloomers

Marlis said...

a nice reminder to count our blessings. wonderful family and your tables look very inviting.

The Tablescaper said...

What a neat way of presenting all that you are thankful for.

It's great having you be a part of Seasonal Sundays.

- The Tablescaper

Chari at Happy To Design said...

Hi sweet friend...

Just stopping by again to say thank you for joining in with the fun of Sunday Favorites! I hope that you're having a wonderful weekend!!!

Love ya,
Chari

susan said...

Dear sweet Laurie-I am certain of two things: 1. you have the cutest grandkids ever! 2. They are all thankful for YOU! Hop you and yours have a blessed holiday!

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The Stylish House said...

Laurie,
I hope you're having a wonderful Thanksgiving! This year is one we have so very much to be thankful for.
I slept in Heather's room last night and she looked beautiful this morning. Her cheeks were pink and rosy like before her illness took hold. The doctor's are pleased with her progress and she can come home once she is switched to oral pain meds.
Robert and his family are wonderful people and we have been blessed. His surgeon told me he felt Robert was someone visiting from heaven here on earth! He is certain Heather's and our angel.
Hugs, Cathy

Sonny G said...

I love coming to your blog.. You always have interesting and entertaining posts..
all your tables are so pretty and festive..

Holiday Hugs
Sonny