The noun, rumination, means a deep considered thought about something.

I am writing this reflection several days before Thanksgiving Day.

I am reminded of what my mom and dad taught me when I was a child, “Tommy, also say please and thank you” in life. It is an early lesson that I have tried to follow.

I particularly remember to say please when asking God for anything in prayer and adding “Your will be done”. 

I thank God for prayers answered as well as for the gifts and opportunities given.

On Thanksgiving Day, we have so much to thank God for: our freedom, living in the United States, our faith, our families and friends, our Parish and Pastor, and the list could go on and on.

Let’s make our first prayer on Thanksgiving Day one acknowledging all that God has done and continues to do for us. We have been blessed in so many ways.  May we never forget and always be humbled by how much we are loved by God. 

Best wishes to you and your loved ones for a Happy Thanksgiving!

By Deacon Tom Gryzbek