I am so thankful for so many things in my life!  I have such a wonderful family and great friends that I cherish!  I want to thank everyone who takes the time to read and comment on my posts.  I truly hope that everyone has a wonderful week!

I love inspirational quotes and poems so here is something for everyone to enjoy!

Be Thankful
By Author Unknown

Be thankful that you don’t already have everything you desire.
If you did, what would there be to look forward to?
Be thankful when you don’t know something,
for it gives you the opportunity to learn.

Be thankful for the difficult times.
During those times you grow.
Be thankful for your limitations,
because they give you opportunities for improvement.
Be thankful for each new challenge,
because it will build your strength and character.

Be thankful for your mistakes. They will teach you valuable lessons.
Be thankful when you’re tired and weary,
because it means you’ve made a difference.

It’s easy to be thankful for the good things.
A life of rich fulfillment comes to those who
are also thankful for the setbacks.
Gratitude can turn a negative into a positive.
Find a way to be thankful for your troubles,
and they can become your blessings.

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

If you still need a couple of ideas for your Thanksgiving tablescape, here are a couple of quick and easy ideas.

Use twigs to make this creative tablescape.

Here is another creative idea.

Instructions can be found here.

Whether you need a break from all of the holiday planning, want to have a relaxing night with friends or you need something new to spice up your holiday….here are some great cocktail recipes to try.

Pumpkin Pie

• 1 part kahlua
• 1 part spiced pumpkin pie filling
• 2 parts coconut rum
• 4 parts cold milk
• 6 ice cubes
• Garnish with cinnamon

Put everything but the cinnamon in a blender. Mix on high. Serve in graham cracker crust highball glasses and sprinkle the top with cinnamon.

If you are daring, try this:

Turkey Shooter

• 3 parts Wild Turkey
• 1 part crème de methe

Chill both ingredients. Pour the Wild Turkey into a brandy snifter then carefully float the crème de methe on top. The whiskey will warm you up while the mint flavor keeps you cool.

Turkey Trot

• 1 part bourbon
• 2 parts 7-Up
• 2 parts cranberry juice

Mix everything in a highball glass and drink on the rocks.

Enjoy!!!

Recipes – FoodVu