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Thankful Today & Every Day

November 28, 2019~ Autumn, Everyday Living, Faith, Family, Thanksgiving

“Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever!”
‭‭1 Chronicles‬ ‭16:34‬ ‭

Even though Thanksgiving is as late on the calendar as it can occur, it still seems like it came out of nowhere! Maybe it is because we had triple digit temps lingering into October here in Alabama. Some of you no doubt think otherwise as many have had unseasonal cold and snow already! But the fact remains, it is here, so let’s celebrate!

The number of things to be grateful for is endless. A list would be a mile long. But today, for the sake of time and space, we will narrow it down to one very special thanks giving. We are thankful for each of you, our readers, who take precious time out from busy schedules to share in our everyday living. God Bless each of you! Your comments and encouragement mean the world to us!

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 Pieced Pastimes,  Between Naps on the Porch, Katherines Corner, Follow The Yellow Brick Home,
 Imparting Grace, Calypso in the Country

  

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  1. Anonymous says

    November 28, 2019 at 5:23 AM

    Hope your day is wonderful! I enjoy your blog very much. Keep up the good work. May God bless you and yours.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      November 30, 2019 at 5:51 AM

      Thank you so much. Blessings~

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  2. Mary says

    November 28, 2019 at 5:54 AM

    I’m thankful for your Everyday Living Pam! Gorgeous photo of you and Butch with gorgeous fall foliage behind you! Blessings to you and your family this Thanksgiving. ♥

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      November 30, 2019 at 5:51 AM

      Thank you Mary. Wishing you a most blessed season!

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  3. Sandra at Maison De Jardin says

    November 28, 2019 at 8:17 AM

    Dear Pam and Butch, everyone who reads your blog is blessed. Wishing you and your lovely family a beautiful day full of blessings and joy.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      November 30, 2019 at 5:51 AM

      Thank you Sandra, you are a blessing!

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  4. Carole @ From My Carolina Home says

    November 28, 2019 at 8:18 AM

    Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      November 30, 2019 at 5:50 AM

      It was wonderful and thank you Carole!

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  5. marmeladegypsy says

    November 28, 2019 at 8:23 AM

    I love this photo! Those smiles are so warm they could add to climate change! But I’ll take my chances. Have a beautiful Thanksgiving!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      November 30, 2019 at 5:50 AM

      Thank you Jeanie for your friendship!

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  6. Shannon@Belle Bleu Interiors says

    November 28, 2019 at 9:58 AM

    Sweet friend, I hope you and your family have a most Happy Thanksgiving! May God bless you and yours on this special day!!!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      November 30, 2019 at 5:49 AM

      Thank you for your friendship, Shannon!

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  7. Bonnie Morgan says

    November 28, 2019 at 10:19 AM

    Love the picture of you two! Enjoy your family and the beautiful weather today!
    Blessings to you today, Butch and Pam!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      November 30, 2019 at 5:49 AM

      Blessings my sweet friend!

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  8. dolores says

    November 28, 2019 at 10:20 AM

    Dear friends, in Spain there is no Thanksgiving, but we, who have religious sense, celebrate every day that dawns. Personally, I would love to have a designated day to thank God for all the goods we receive. Some will be in health, others in material goods to help those who do not have them, others simply thank God for being healthy … and, therefore, a long list of things to be thankful for.
    I love this party of yours, it’s so beautiful! … Yes, as beautiful as your photo in which you are great, handsome and young! Hahaha
    Happy Thanksgiving Day !!!

    Dolores

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      November 30, 2019 at 5:56 AM

      ¡Dolores, gracias por el regalo de tu amistad! Eres una bendición especial con tus amables palabras. Reservar un día de agradecimiento es una gran idea y me encanta, solo quiero agradecer todos los días. ¡Enviarle amor a través del océano a mi amigo!

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  9. Clara says

    November 28, 2019 at 11:40 AM

    Blessings to you and your family Pam & Butch! You’re a treasure! Your blog is so inspirational.
    Happy Thanksgiving! Love your beautiful photo ❣️ Clara

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      November 30, 2019 at 5:49 AM

      Thank you for your sweet friendship Clara! Wishing you a most joyous season!

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  10. inspiredbyjoydianne says

    November 28, 2019 at 11:50 AM

    So thankful for you and your family. Thankful for your blog. Blessed be the tie that binds our hearts in Christian love.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      November 30, 2019 at 5:48 AM

      Thank you Dianne for your friendship, blessings always!

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  11. Maristella says

    November 28, 2019 at 1:50 PM

    Thankful for your blog too!Adorable photo!Happy Thanksgiving!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      November 30, 2019 at 5:47 AM

      Thank you dear Maristella!

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  12. Tea With Jennifer says

    November 28, 2019 at 7:27 PM

    Bless you both! 😀
    Jennifer

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      November 30, 2019 at 5:47 AM

      Thank you Jennifer!

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  13. Anonymous says

    November 28, 2019 at 11:58 PM

    Thanksgiving prayer for the blessing of knowing you both … You have endowed our lives
    with your gifts of faith and beauty being shared in everyday living… From a heart filled with
    gratitude for your friendship. Blessed Thanksgiving to you and yours.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      November 30, 2019 at 5:47 AM

      Mary @ Heritage Hall, I think this comment is from you. Thank you so very much for your gracious comments!

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  14. Nancy says

    November 29, 2019 at 8:29 AM

    Thankful for the both of you everyday and oh what a beautiful photo of you both. I’m sure you had a lovely Thanksgiving with your family and enjoyed great food around a gorgeous table. Sending love your way…

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      November 30, 2019 at 5:45 AM

      Nancy, we had a wonderful Day!

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  15. the Painted Apron says

    November 29, 2019 at 8:57 AM

    I know you had a wonderful Thanksgiving surrounded by family Pam & Butch, your lives are indeed full of blessings! What a glorious week it is in our beautiful state! Thank you for always inspiring and uplifting posts!
    Jenna

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      November 30, 2019 at 5:45 AM

      Thank you Jenna, it was a wonderful Thanksgiving!

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  16. Jemma says

    November 29, 2019 at 11:17 AM

    Pam,
    Just had to stop by and say Hi! I am so enjoying our connection on Instagram.
    Wishing you and Butch and the entire family a wonderful weekend and upcoming Holiday season.
    Such a lovely photo too!
    Jemma

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      November 30, 2019 at 5:44 AM

      Jemma, you are a sweetheart. Wishing you a most joyful season!

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  17. Runningonempty says

    November 29, 2019 at 10:12 PM

    Happy Thanksgiving, Pam, to you and all your family.
    It’s not letting me like the post, it jumps.

    From Cath in Australia.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      November 30, 2019 at 5:43 AM

      Thank you so much Cath!

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  18. Cheryl Smith says

    November 30, 2019 at 1:36 AM

    I hope the two of you were blessed with an amazing Thanksgiving Day! May the Lord continue to bless you through this blessed Christmas season!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      November 30, 2019 at 5:43 AM

      Thank you Cheryl . We had a wonderful day with our family!

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My precious family enjoying a rare snowfall in Ala My precious family enjoying a rare snowfall in Alabama!
Rare scenes in our Northeast Alabama Foothills! # Rare scenes in our Northeast Alabama Foothills!

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