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Happy Thanks-Givan:

Woody, my college buddy would use this greeting every November, for the whole month. He thought it was funny, instead of saying Happy Thanksgiving, he would offer this other saying instead: "Happy Thanks-Givan" making a play with my last name.

It's always been kind of odd to me that we spend this month wishing one another a happy thanksgiving. Isn't that every day? The Bible is clear at least that we should always be thankful people for all the blessing God has "givan" us! (LOL). In 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 is a rich couple of verses with the highlight being: "Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." 

As we go through these next 2 weeks before the Thanksgiving Holiday, practice being thankful all day long. Say it to others often! These two words carry such deep meaning: Thank you! Say it, write it in text messages, emails or greeting cards. Let other people know you are a thankful person. 

When I completed a Dale Carnegie Sales Training class, we were invited to send a note to someone thanking them for being in our lives. That was in the mid 90's and I've been sending greeting cards ever since. Thank you for being you! 

TOP THREE THINGS TO KNOW FOR THIS WEEK OF NOVEMBER 6TH:

1) Saturday, the 4th, was my 64th birthday! Thank you to the many who left cards and gifts on my desk, or sent via the mail! I am blessed to serve among you. 

2) Christmas Sale this Saturday, 9-3! Come and shop and get into the Holiday spirit. Remember we are collecting NOW gloves and mittens for Wheeler! Also puzzles and games! Call Lisa Gold for questions.