Gratitude

Gratitude is the fairest blossom which springs from the soul. 

- Henry Ward Beecher

Happy Thanksgiving!

Before I get too caught up in the Christmas spirit, I thought I should wish everyone a very Happy Thanksgiving! Here are some chic table settings and centerpieces as well as some delicious looking dinners to get you in the mood.  Hope you have a wonderful day and don't eat too much!

Martha Stewart

Carolyne Roehm

Martha Stewart

Martha Stewart

Martha Stewart

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Carolyne Roehm

Better Homes & Gardens

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Carolyne Roehm

Carolyne Roehm

InStyle magazine

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Martha Stewart

Attitude of Gratitude

The best part of Thanksgiving is that it has traditionally been a non-commercial holiday.  Well, until stores decided to open this year but I digress.  Thanksgiving is a day when you don't have to do anything but spend time eating and watching the parade and football with those we care about.  It is always nice to take a moment though to think about all that you have to be thankful for this year.  I am always thankful for my fabulous friends and family and wonderful readers.  I've received so many wonderful emails lately and it is always nice to know that all the hard work that goes into the blog is appreciated by others. 

The last chapter of the book Write It Down, Make It Happen is entitled Giving Thanks.  "When you remember to say thanks, when you live your life in a spirit of gratefulness, life will present you with even more things for which to be grateful."  Just a little something to think about on this day of Thanksgiving. 

Photo from Martha Stewart