Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order,
confusion to clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a
home, a stranger into a friend. Gratitude makes sense of our past,
brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow.
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Melody Beattie
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Lots of love
to all my wonderful bloggy readers.
Your friendship means the world to me.
Thank you, for all your encouragement,
love and support. You are the best.
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Happy Thanksgiving
to you and yours.
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Fondly,
willow
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your loved ones, Willow!
ReplyDeleteI am grateful that you opened your world to us with your blog!
You are welcomed dear heart!
ReplyDeleteMakes me miss my Melanie Beattie. I always loan my favorite books and don't get them back. In fact, that is one of my favorite quotes and one that I have found to be true. Happy Thanksgiving, Willow.
ReplyDeleteAnd to you my friend.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving to you, too! I'm very thankful for you! xo
ReplyDeleteIs that cornbread and sausage stuffing I smell? :)
This is my son's favorite holiday because it transcends all our differences and leaves no one out.
ReplyDeleteHappy thanksgiving to you.
Those are the most wonderful words, Willow -- yours AND Beattie's. I have a little lump in my throat, and it's not the pecan tassie I just sampled.
ReplyDeleteHappiest of happy days to you.
Bee xx
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving Willow with family, friends and manor memories.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving! I am not having goat head, btw. Or goat tongue, or any other nasty goat pieces.
ReplyDeleteHappy Day to you and your family Willow. And thank you for being here in blogland.
ReplyDeleteHappy Turkey Day, to you and your family from me and Patty.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your Thanksgiving, Willow!
ReplyDeleteWillow my dear, that goes both ways...have a wonderful Thanksgiving, I hope you have the family assembled again like last year.
ReplyDeleteIf you want your funnybone tickled, pop over to my site for a moment.
Ah, but it is I who should be thanking you.
ReplyDeleteI have learned so much since I began coming here. Poetry, classic film, art history . . . and the ghost stories.
Have a glorious Thanksgiving, my bloggy friend.
Happy Thanksgiving Willow!
ReplyDeleteHow can I NOT be thankful for someone who quotes Melody Beattie?
ReplyDeleteHave a great day.
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteAnd the same to you and yours Willow. From Alan and Family.
ReplyDeleteYou have added a whole lot of spice and substance to our world as well. Thanks for sharing, for connecting, for being your friendly self to each and everyone of us.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving, Willow.
ReplyDeleteBlogging friends are the best in the world and you are one of them.
best wishes and best thoughts to you and yours on turkey day and every day, ladywillow! namaste' - jenean
ReplyDeleteHow could we not love all that you teach us? Lovely films, poetry and the like. It is always a delight to visit here and learn something new. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.
ReplyDeletewillow . . . gratitude, thanks, and blessings are winging their way across lake ontario and down towards the manor from your friend in south central ontario!!! steven
ReplyDeleteSame to you, Willow. Have a wonderful, loving Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving Willow!You are a lovely woman!
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely Thanksgiving, Willow and thank you for sharing your self and your world with us. I'm full of giraffitude gratitude!
ReplyDeletethank you for inspiring us each day with your words and your pics...happy thanksgiving willow!
ReplyDeleteI have to be honest... I'm dying with curiosity about what Thanksgiving is like at the Manor. I'm imaging all sorts of splendid things to feed your soul as well as your tummy. Can't wait to hear about it, and see pictures as well.
ReplyDeleteAnd the happiest of Thanksgivings to you and yours!
ReplyDeleteTonight as I dream
ReplyDeleteWith my head upon my pillow'
Thankful I will be
To have a friend like Willow!
Happy Thanksgiving!!!!!!
Beattie's words resonate.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving Willow.
I imagine the Manor will be smelling wonderful for the holiday. You are so special and I have missed reading your posts. I must catch up. I pray you have a great Turkey Day! I hope you get the wishbone!
ReplyDeleteI've asked a few Native Americans I know who live in your area to visit and share the moment. Be prepared to play lacrosse after the meal.
ReplyDeletelovely post -- have a wonderful willow thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving to everyone at the Manor!
ReplyDeleteAnd of course Willow ditto to you completely. I hope you have a marvelous time. Don't stay away too long! :)
ReplyDeleteGreat quote. How true. I'm hoping that you have a truly thankful day. I think in general we need to pause and reflect on the "giving" part of the day. Thank YOU for giving of yourself. I appreciate your effort, love, kindness, and the time it takes to compose your page.
ReplyDeleteThank you Willow, it is my pleasure to visit you here in blogland.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving to you and your family and friends!
Mary Ann
Thank you, too, willow. Happy Thanksgivings to you! I wonder if Mr WT will be cooking goat's head for Thanksgiving? :-)
ReplyDeleteGreetings from London.
Happy Thanksgiving to you, Willow, and all at the manor.
ReplyDeleteAnd to you willow.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes for a lovely day!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the reminder of what true gratitude will produce.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving!
Fab post, of course.
ReplyDeleteYou know how people have their lists of places they want to go before they die? I was thinking this morning that Thanksgiving at Willow Manor could definitely be added to the list.
Have a GREAT Thanksgiving, Willow!
Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!
ReplyDeleteright back at you willow. XO
ReplyDeleteAND to you and YOURS as well dear Willow!!
ReplyDeleteHope your holiday weekend is VERY special!
Happy thanksgiving to you too, Willow! :) I hope it's a wonderful one.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving to you and your family as well, Willow. I know I have lots to be thankful for. It's a good time for family, and a good time for reflection, too...
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving tomorrow. May your day be rich and warm and satisfying.
ReplyDeleteAnd may someone else volunteer to do the clean up for you.
Oh beauty,
ReplyDeletethat header picture,
this is you!!!! I am floored.
Beeeautiful!
Happy Thanksgiving to you, too!
ReplyDeleteSince I have to work tomorrow night, we're having our official Turkey-Day Dinner on Saturday night, instead.
It's not the date or the geography, it's the thought that counts, right?
8-)
- M
I love your attitude of gratitude! We are all sooo blessed and I am thankful for that everyday. But it is nice to have a special day set aside to emphasize our thankfulness. Enjoy your day with the family!
ReplyDeleteBy the way...I love your header picture! Is it you? Because the resemblance is striking.
Happy Thanksgiving to you too Willow and to all your family.
ReplyDeleteMerisi and LadyCat, thank you. It's John Singer Sargent's "Madam Errazuriz". I must have posed for Mr. Sargent in another life, huh?
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Willow! And love the Zhivago hat pic :) Have a wonderful Thanksgiving and HUGS to ya!
ReplyDeleteThat masthead painting is a spitting image of you! How clever. Love it.
ReplyDeletethis is lovely and so much more inspiring than what i managed to post this day...ah well, we can't all be brilliant and beautiful :)
ReplyDeleteand is that a different banner? it seems different but since i am new in these parts, i am not sure...happy T-day to you♥
It is a pleasure to read you, to know you, and good to say Thanks, to you, Willow!
ReplyDeleteGratitude makes us kinder...
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving to you, willow. I bet your little blog cabin will smell wonderful.
Pass the goats head.
I am always in awe of the friendships made through the lowly blog and am so grateful for each and every one of them...I am rich beyond!!!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderfully thankful day Willow...
sharon
Just popping to say Happy Thanksgiving, Willow. I hope I am around next year (blog--wise, I mean) to wish you another Happy Thanksgiving.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving! Have a wonderful day!
ReplyDeleteLovely quote on gratitude by Ms. Beattie. Just wish more people had a clue about what it means..... Hope you have a great Thanksgiving.
ReplyDeleteheartfelt "you're welcome" and the same sentiment right back to you, willow!
ReplyDeleteyou look stunning in your dr. zhivago hat! seriously!!
Oh, i see I didn't actually wish you a happy thanksgiving. I'm quite sure it will be just that and the food? WEll, incredible if your side bar items are any indication.
ReplyDeleteHope you are delegating to blazes dear Willow! Enjoy the day with all your precious ones. Thank you for the wonder & beauty you bring to The Hedge each day.
ReplyDeleteMillie ^_^
Lovely post. Blessings on you and your loved ones this Thanksgiving day, Willow.
ReplyDeleteWillow, you are on my list of new blessings for 2009. You have added so many bright thoughts, ideas, warm laughter, and insights to our home! Oh, yes YOU are known here!
ReplyDelete"May God bless & keep you always,
May your wishes all come true,
My you always do for others,
And let others do for you,
May you build your ladder
to the stars
And climb on every rung...
And may you stay forever young."
Bob Dylan
I Hope Your Thanksgiving Was Good.Great Words Willow.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving to you, Willow! Thanks for the rich, and comforting place that is Willow Manor :)
ReplyDeleteHappy thanksgiving, sweet Willow! I am very glad to have discovered your place on the interwebs!
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving to you,WT, and the rest of your lovely family..Many blessings...the Sargeant is exquisite...So like you...
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving to everyone at the Manor today! We all have so much to be thankful for, least of all those we counts as our friends. Have a wonderful day.
ReplyDeleteHave a blessed Thanksgiving.
ReplyDeleteThe very best to you and
ReplyDeletemay you have a wonderful day and Meal. Big hug to you.
Yvonne
And a Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family too, willow.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving to you, your family and those close to you.
ReplyDeletegiving thanks to the discovery of willow manor this year! thanks for all the beauty you share with your humble readers!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your holiday. Cornbread and sausage stuffing??? Yummers.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving! I know we can be assured that your loved ones are being fed exquisitely today. :)
ReplyDeleteHere's wishing everyone at the manor a warm and joyful Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteHope your Thanksgiving has been wonderful. Imagine your lovely Willow Manor filled to the brim with wonderful aromas and luscious things to eat for the gathering of your family and friends. You are such an inspiration to us all.
ReplyDeletebelated Happy Thanksgiving - sorry to be late. Your blog is looking very snazzy, W.
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a belated happy Thanksgiving to you and yours, Willow!
ReplyDeleteHAPPY thanksgiving-- the day after Thanksgiving-- I am just catching up and so happy holidays instead :-)
ReplyDeleteCiao, I hope you had a great time. :) Have a nice and relaxing week end as well.
ReplyDeleteI hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving with your family.
ReplyDeleteYour new masthead looks exactly like the lovely French actressJuliette Binoche.
I trust that you and yours enjoyed a wonderful holiday full of laughter and delicious food.
ReplyDeleteyour dinner (on sidebar sounds fabulous--especially the pie!
ReplyDeleteI'm a few days late but hope your holiday has been wonderful. From looking at your menu in the sidebar, I can see you had a feast! Thanks for the movie recommendation, too. It sounds like my kind of evening.
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving and THANKS for you being YOU, Daaaaling!
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