Thanksgiving

I am thankful it is rainy in Addis today- makes it feel more like the holidays at home.  I am thankful to live in a old cozy Italian house with a fireplace, big veranda doors, and stone steps.  I am thankful that I know the holiday table at home is one of happiness and peace, and is going to be beautiful and full of good food.  I am thankful for friends here is Addis that become like family, because we are, and can share tables of peace and beauty tonight.  I am thankful for my husband, who is my home, and has made my home Ethiopia.  I am thankful that my palate doesn't really notice chicken in place of turkey, and that food coloring can make the yams look just right.  I am thankful for the strength and pioneer courage of the people who founded my home country.  And for our God, who loves us and challenges us today to be strong and courageous for His name and His kingdom.

It is a happy Thanksgiving!!