We Are Thankful (Thanksgiving Mantel)

I really love, like seriously LOVE Thanksgiving.

I always have.

I love history, so any holiday that’s rooted in deep traditions is one that pulls at my heart strings.

The whole feeling of gratitude that surrounds this holiday is the cherry on top for me.

Thankfulness is a gift you choose for yourself.  No one can take it away.

thanksgiving mantel

As part of our own family tradition we made a thankful tree using chalkboard tags (Willow House).  I asked my kiddos to really think about what they’re thankful for – and I wrote down exactly what they said – friends, family, our doggies, our home, legos and dolls.  They have a lot to be thankful for.

thankful tree

thanksgiving mantel
The black and white Indian sketch is a local find – Street Scene ($3).  Everything else I already had. 
thanksgiving mantel

It’s just over a week away.  Can you even believe it?!  Crazy right?!  Do you decorate for Thanksgiving or do you jump straight from Halloween to Christmas?


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  • This is simply stunning! I love love love the faux taxidermy horse! I would LOVE to decorate for Thanksgiving, but we literally just moved into our first house over the weekend, so first I have to focus on unpacking before decorating!! I'm really looking forward to the Holidays next year so I can take full advantage of owning my own home & being able to decorate with whatever I want!!

  • I'm with Calypso in the Country —

    Your mantel looks very pretty — love the clock! Clocks are big lately! Have a Happy Thanksgiving!

  • I can tell you are a woman with a grateful heart and spirit so I'm not surprised you love Thanksgiving! That thankful tree is so cute with those chalk labels! You're giving me ideas!

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