Hello, God. It's me, Mara

You know, Lord, what would we like to thank You for on this day that You have made for us? We're thankful for the many blessings and gifts that You give us, including family and friends. How fun to hear kids laugh and giggle, sharing their day, expressing some things that they're thankful for. Five helpers shared: "Bonita" told about noticing her car's dash light referring to a tire. She was so glad that she just happened to be near the tire shop. Long story short, the tire repairman found a nail - fixed the tire in no time - then she was on her way.

Another friend, "Gilly." told about being able to buy a much-needed new mattress; then along came her Mom with a beautiful quilt that she'd just made. "Gilly" was ever so very thankful for both gifts.

At school, several gals were chatting about their favorite things, so when asked what they were thankful for, "B. J." didn't hesitate a moment: "I love animals, all kinds of animals, my horse, my dog, my three kitty cats ... ." She named a few more special pets.

Another gal, "Avary," just smiled and kept on drawing, then said; "I am thankful that teache' lets me draw when I've finished my homework and I'm thankful that you help me do it, too." She giggled and kept right on drawing.

"Kaeden," another third grader, was busy doing homework, but when asked what he was thankful for, he hesitated a moment, then giggled, then said: "Food!" He paused, then added, "Oh, I'm thankful for my friends, too."  He looked around, then said, "OH! I'm very thankful for my family! Yes! Food, friends and family!"

Lord, we remember Psalm 107: 21: "Let them give thanks [would praise] the Lord for His loving kindness and for all of His wonderful deeds!" Thank You, Lord!

Love, Mara.