Gratitude is the heart’s memory.” ~Jean Baptiste Massieu
My son Nate drove from Chicago to spend Thanksgiving with us, so I’m closing the door to my home office this week. Meanwhile, I’m sharing links to two essays with a Thanksgiving homecoming spin. The first is from the archives of my Michigan Women’s Forum column, and the other runs currently on Mothering by Jennifer Margulis. If you’re the parent of a college student who’s back home for the holiday, you’ll probably relate.
Another homecoming: My weekly Our Town column debuted on Royal Oak Patch yesterday. You’ll be able to read it all week (check under “Columns” or type “Cindy La Ferle” in the Search option). It’s fun sharing my little corner of the world, and I’m getting a kick out of the comments readers leave on the Patch site. I’ve even heard from folks who’ve left the state but still want to stay connected with their hometown. Happy Thanksgiving to all! –CL
–Photo by Cindy La Ferle–
Have a wonderful week with your family, Cindy. Happy Thanksgiving to all of you.
I enjoyed your new column. You speak for many of us, wherever we live.
Sharon, sending my heartfelt Thanksgiving wishes out to you in Maine, my friend! Thank you for your friendship.
Please, take the time to soak in evry single one of your blessings, we’ll be right here when you return:)
The best to you and yours!
Right back at ya, Bridgette! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.
Happy Thanksgiving, Cindy. Enjoy the time with your family. Sending love to you across the miles.
Happy turkey or whatever, celebration to you! How wonderful for you to have your son visit. Thanks for being my bloggy friend!
Terrific article Cindy! It really hit home for me. I’ll be a regular reader of your new column!
Hope your Thanksgiving was wonderful. jj