"I have often believed that we should send “Thanksgiving Cards” instead of Christmas cards. Instead of rushing around, trying to find time in our busy pre-Christmas schedules in order to jot a quick note that we may keep in touch with the people we care about, what if we took the time in November to tell them why we are thankful for them?" -- Patti King

Some of the people on my “Thanksgiving Card List” would include:

My parents: Thank you Mom and Dad for giving me a love I could count on my whole life.

My husband: You are my rock, my anchor in life and my best friend. I thank God everyday for you.

My children: I am constantly amazed at the wonderful people you are growing up to be. Thank you for letting me see life anew through your eyes. 

My Best Friend in High School: Barb, even though we don’t keep in touch the way we once did, just a thought of you makes me smile and I will always thank God for our friendship. 

Our Mailman: You must be going crazy with all those college flyers going to not one, but two of my children, but you never complain and you always have a nice word to say. Thanks!

My new family at St. George’s: Thank you for giving me this opportunity to serve God and you. I have never felt so fulfilled in a job and I feel I have found a true vocation. And thank you to the many people who give back to God, by helping in innumerable ways for our numerous children’s programs. My job would be impossible without you -- but it is a blessing with you.

….and so many more.

A modern translation of the rule of St. Benedict by John McQuiston II states:
The first rule is simply this:
live this life
and do whatever is done,
in a spirit of Thanksgiving.

Relearn this rule for yourselves and teach it to your children and I know you will have a blessed month!

In Christ’s Love, Patti King 

send email to Patti King:  formation@stgeorgeohio.org