I am thankful to live near the ocean, mountains, lakes and beautiful open country, and for New England seasons (even if the winter is a smidge too long).
There will always be hardships in life. Hardships bigger than how to seat 11 at a table built for 6.
Concerns greater than whether the host chair slipcovers will show up before Thanksgiving (they still haven’t, in case you’re wondering.)
But oh – life’s blessings! Sometimes they are hidden under a pile of laundry, or in the muddy paw prints on the kitchen floor, or in the smile of an elderly gentleman at the grocery store…..but they’re there if you look hard enough. I’m looking, and they’re all around me.
I’m sure to be a maniac tomorrow, cooking, cleaning, and maybe even sneaking in a cup of coffee with one of my girlfriends, so today I wish you a happy Thanksgiving, and a moment to count your blessings.
YOU are one of my blessings! I am so glad to know you – real life friends who stop by here, as well as kindred spirits I’ve never met who share my love of making a home.
Lets have a big party at my huge table one of these days, shall we?
Ange says
Love the beautiful photos and words but what I love most is the heart of the woman behind it all! You are a blessing Lisa, thank you for your friendship and blogging. You are an inspiration! Love and hugs to you on Thanksgiving!
Nantucket Daffodil says
I am in love with it all…the settings, the sweet husband, the plywood "extension"…the amazing photography…I am thankful we have "met".
Cassie @ Primitive & Proper says
what a thoughtful and beautiful post! your table looks stunning, your mom sounds amazing!
and i, like your husband, like your shells, and sticks, and pinecones… i really really do.
Jennifer @ Dimples and Tangles says
Save me a seat! What a beautifully written post, Lisa. Such great reminders. Your table is FAB-U-LOUS! I'm so stealing some of these ideas some day! So glad that you will be with your loved ones for a wonderful day. Happy Thanksgiving!
Dana Frieling says
I'm thankful for the lessons you teach to those you've never "met." Gobble! Gobble!
My Crafty Home Life says
The table looks stunning. Great idea and well executed. I could not have said it better, myself and agree with all of your thankfulness. By the way, I will be equally crazy tomorrow, so know that you are not alone.
pam {simple details} says
Such a lovely post filled with the beautifully photographed and gorgeous tablescape I've been waiting for, but your heartfelt gratitude for ALL things is what I love most about you, dear friend! (You made that board look so good! And, you made me remember I didn't wash the dining room windows!) Happy Thanksgiving!!
Jenny says
What a beautiful post in every single way! Your Thanksgiving table is stunning, and your words got me all teary and sentimental. I love the newspaper clipping too. So totally pinning that one and keeping it in clear view. Thank you! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
[email protected] says
Happy Thanksgiving, Lisa! That was beautiful!
Urban Orchard Interiors says
What a beautiful post Lisa and a precious reminder of all the gifts in this life. So eloquently said! I too am grateful for so much in this life. And most recently will add all the wonderful people I have met through blogging. It's opened up a whole new world of friendships. Thanks for a moving and timely post.
-Lane
Urban Orchard Interiors says
PS–You have set a beautiful table to go along with it!
Maury @ Life on Mars says
Your table looks beautiful! I love seeing everyone's pretty tables. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!
SHERRY HART says
Beautiful Post. It brought tears to my eyes…..Happy…Happy…Thanksgiving.
Anonymous says
Beautiful Lisa…just love the entire entry. Thank you for putting it all into perspective again.
Happy Thanksgiving…
ntb
Adelina Priddis says
A very inspiring post. Happy Thanksgiving Lisa! The table looks gorgeous!
Kelly @ View Along the Way says
Such a beautiful post! I hope you had a wonderful thanksgiving!
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Sheila Tunney says
Love this post and you Lisa!!!
Carrie @ Hazardous Design says
Beautiful post, beautiful tablescape…I hope your Thanksgiving day was beautiful too.
Anonymous says
ALL so beautifully put 🙂 Happy Holidays,Lisa
~ Nicole
cestMoi Sandy says
Hi Lisa,
Just catching up on some blogs…
Lovely photo's you captured…
And yes, hold a chair for me and have one cup of coffee too many together!
Grateful for you!
Hugs,
Sandy
Carmel @ Our Fifth House says
I just love love love this post! I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving!