‘Twas the week of Thanksgiving
and all through the house
there were chores to be done
by mom, children, and spouse.
Floors to be vacuumed,
dusting and more,
grocery lists made,
and some trips to the store,
the patio swept and appliances shined,
a turkey to thaw and recipes combined,
a table to set, and pies for the oven
all carefully prepared with a good dose of lovin’.

Then “thank-yous” were given as kiddos pitched in.
Mom gave Dad a peck, leaving flour on his chin.
Dad gave Mom a hug for she baked what he favored,
his favorite side dishes, warm and well-flavored.

The time had arrived.
They sat down for their feast
but felt a slight tinge before waistlines increased.
Was there someone to thank on this Thanksgiving Day,
one they’d left out in their hurried-up way,
one who had blessed them, provided, and cared,
encouraged them when they felt helpless and scared?

Then humble heads bowed to honor the One,
Almighty God who had given His Son,
who provided forgiveness to all who believe,
who accept Him as Savior, and in faith receive.

Oh, may we take time to thank God above   
for the blessings rained down on us, poured out in love!

“Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever” (Psalm 107:1)