Well we are beginning the turn towards the holiday season. I love this time of year. I enjoy time with my family, a little change of pace, football, and the opportunity to reflect. It is amazing to me how many times I have found myself say “What a difference a year makes.” I have used that phrase many times over the years. It has usually reflected the time that has passed from a trial or change in life etc. This year we are in a totally different place than we were last year at this time. In that light I will say thank you Lord for your amazing grace and mercy that is always beyond my comprehension. Thank you Lord for all the times you covered me and I was unaware of your hedge of protection. Thank you Lord for my health and that I have the ability to work out. (Last year at this time I had just finished a marathon, this year I am fighting to get in running three days a week) Thank you Lord for all of the friends that you have placed in my life who have stood by me this year through some challenging times you know who you are. Thank you Lord for the gift of my wife she is a treasure beyond compare. Thank you Lord for my kids they are loved more than they will ever know. Lastly and I could go on Thank you Lord for your love not that I loved you first but you first loved me. Happy Thanksgiving