It's Thanksgiving time again
As the family gathers near
Joyful hearts are thankful
To see our loved ones here

Women buzzing 'round the kitchen
Finishing up the dinner
Men loudly watching football
And betting on the winner

Children playing happily
Sweet noises from outside
Someone's snapping pictures
To save with love and pride

Smells emanating from the kitchen
Someone yells, "It's time to eat!"
Dinner's finally on the table
We clamor for out seats

Hands joined in a circle
Grandma quietly says grace
Amens whispered in unison
As loved ones we embrace

Happy talk and gaiety
Old times are remembered
Missing those who've left us
Since this time last November

Everyone has eaten their fill
And Mother serves dessert
Pumpkin, pecan and apple pies
A bonafide calorie alert

The day is slowly winding down
And loved ones now will leave
It's so hard to say, "good-bye"
Forever, we shall cleave

We are so very thankful 
For those who have come our way
Humbly now, we bow our heads
And thank God for this day

Kathleen McCoy Eldridge©
November 22, 2005
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