thanksgiving day reflections

Our Thanksgiving in Virginia Beach (actually, we were in Chesapeake) was delightful. The Bohannons, Castleberrys, a young Navy man from church, Donna's boyfriend, and D.J.'s friend crashed the Sweede's house and had a wonderful day. It was overcast that afternoon and sweater weather. A few drops fell from the sky, but not enough to stop the Castleberry kids, my brother and the Deborah from playing soccer.

After dinner, we had 10 people (most of the "kids") and the Sweede's puppy go for a walking tour of the golf course near the Sweede residence. I heard someone say we walked three miles. It felt like more to me. The moon was a bright crescent, partially veiled by clouds.

It was such a good day, and there was so much to be thankful for.

Praise God for family and friends, for food, for the beautiful creation, and for all His mercy to us.