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I had a very happy surprise yesterday. I told you a while back that Harvey and I were ‘adopted’ as honorary grandparents by a family who is friends with Brian. Now they have become friends of mine, as well, and I’m grateful to them for making us feel welcome. Brian and I got an invitation to share Thanksgiving dinner with them this evening! I couldn’t be happier.
My ‘grandson’ is 4 now and his sister turned 1 recently. I’m taking him a painted sketch, since he is really into dinosaurs –
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This is one of my new windows installed yesterday. The frames on all the windows are white, so they open up the view to the outside even more. 4 of my windows are now openable, with screens! I’m going to wait until the middle of the day Saturday to have the ‘great open up’ ceremony, giving the outside seal another 48 hours – but then I’m going to open up all my “openables,” (if you’ll pardon the expression) letting lots of fresh air in! I don’t mind it at all that the ‘bucket and towel brigade’ gets to retire now, too.
I’m getting hopelessly spoiled. I now can go out my door and come in again just with a turn of the knob or insertion of my key – just like a REAL door! -AND I now have brand new windows that look great, are openable with screens, and don’t leak. Can you see me grinning from ear to ear? 😁 Talk about having a LOT for which to be thankful!
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I finished sketching my group of 25 Christmas cards yesterday, so I’m going to start painting them today. My research shows that a LOT of Christmas celebrations here start around the 19th, so I’m going to try to have these ready and in my carrier to start giving as I run into people around that time. I’ll need to get my paintbrush hot! 🎨
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If you’re traveling to be with family, I hope you have a smooth, safe trip. If you’re already there, I hope you’re giving and getting lots of hugs. Soak up the love and good memories of this holiday and hold them tightly in your heart.
Happy Thanksgiving!
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HAPPY THANKSGIVING to you as well.I
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Thank you, Cathy. I hope you’re feeling good. Wish I could hug your neck. ((((Cathy))))
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Happy Thanksgiving. I hope you enjoy your day or did enjoy your day whichever day you get this. It is Thanksgiving warning at 10:48 AM on Thursday here in Georgia. I know you are extremely excited and happy about your windows! They are beautiful and the fresh air will be so nice for you. And, sharing Thanksgiving with another family will be so rewarding. (Donna)
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Thank you, Donna. Our Thanksgiving was yesterday and we had a great time with my adopted family. I’ll write more about it in the blog, but it was wonderful to be included. Happy Thanksgiving. I hope you enjoy your day.
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I love that you had a wonderful time with family for Thanksgiving, Linda! Brian and your adopted family. And that you had a wonderful visit with Harvey. I just read a lot of posts, so I’m caught up but will keep my comments to one for now. The wedding sounds absolutely beautiful! I’m so glad you and Brian got to attend that!
As promised, I had a bite of turkey for you and way too much pineapple upside down cake! It was delicious though. Here’s some pictures:
https://sheilamurrey.net/2025/11/27/integrating-the-spirals-happy-thanksgiving/
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Thank you for the bite of turkey, Sheila. I’m delighted the pineapple upside down cake was a success. I love the idea of honoring loved ones with favorite foods so that they celebrated with you. I loved reading your post. The wedding was a once in a lifetime experience. I’m so glad we were included. Thanks for writing. I’m so glad to know you.
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Yes, I thoroughly agree, Linda. And my daughter does too! We are all connected on so many levels. ❤️🥰
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❤️🙏
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