Several years ago my daughter wrote this poem for school. Gobble, gobble, gobbleIt's time for me to sayStuff yourself with turkeyAnd have a thankful day. Gotta love 2nd grade humor! Did you know that I thank God for you? Yes, you! I pray for you and ask God's blessings on your life. So, what are you waiting for? Eat ...
Thanksgiving Traditions
Thanksgiving Bible Verses & Free Printables
Each morning this month my family is choosing a verse of thanksgiving to read in multiple translations. Such a wonderful reminder of God's blessings and His wonderful deeds. And I love how the different translations bring attention to various points of the Scripture. Below is a list of verses to use in your personal quiet time or to memorize ...
Thanksgiving Fingerprint Turkey Card
Our ABCJesusLovesMe family is one creative bunch! I love seeing the ideas shared in our Facebook Groups. A few years ago Olga shared this adorable Thanksgiving Fingerprint Turkey Card. Our group members went wild with possibilities. I caught up with Olga and asked if I could share the idea with you. She ...
6 Easy Thanksgiving Ideas to Teach Gratitude
Happy November! The month set aside to develop a heart of gratitude in your family. Because I know that time is precious, I want to provide you with some simple, no-fuss ideas. Thanksgiving Song I love this simple idea because it requires no prep or supplies. Begin each meal with this Thanksgiving song based on the tune of “Where is ...
5 Simple Thanksgiving Ideas to Teach Gratitude
Did you know that Thanksgiving is only 5 weeks away? Because I know that time is fleeting, I want to provide you with some simple ideas to develop a heart of gratitude in your family. Thanksgiving Song I love this simple idea that requires no prep or supplies. Begin each meal with this Thanksgiving song based on the tune of “Where is ...
The Power of Gratitude
According to a 2016 TODAY survey of 7,000 U.S. mothers, "42 percent said that they sometimes suffer from Pinterest stress – the worry that they’re not crafty or creative enough. Symptoms include staying up until 3 a.m. clicking through photos of exquisite hand-made birthday party favors even though you’ll end up buying yours at the dollar store, or ...
No Stress Thanksgiving Ideas
Sometime I feel sorry for Thanksgiving. The poor holiday becomes an afterthought to its more-popular sibling, Christmas. But yet I wonder if the popularity and busyness of Christmas is a trick of the enemy to keep gratitude from being our focus. The Bible is filled with verses such as this one reminding of us of the ...
Thanksgiving Gratitude Rolls
I first saw a few years ago the idea of Gratitude Rolls on Pinterest. Of course I pinned the idea loving the possibility of this tradition. But as Thanksgiving approached that year I realized this idea was everywhere, from the local newspaper to blogs. I'm unsure how I missed this idea for so many years, but thankful as this has ...
Just Released: Thanksgiving Activity Workbook
Two years ago I released to all blog subscribers the Lego Christmas Activity Workbook. Last year, the Easter Workbook. The response has been amazing! You have loved the simple activities helping your family redeem the seasons. And I am super excited today to share with you the ABCJLM Thanksgiving Activity Workbook. “Be joyful always; pray ...
Happy Thanksgiving, Road Trip Activity Workbook, and Giveaway Winners
image source - Ayal87 Today's blog post is a Capricorn of ideas and info. Be sure to check out each point! Road Trip Activity Workbook Many of you will be traveling for Thanksgiving and/or Christmas. Make your trip a little easier with the free ABCJLM Road Trip Activity Workbook. A collection of activities and games that we ...