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Apple Orchards & A Thanksgiving Twist

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I just thought I'd share this (which I'm sure we'll all recall.)  It's a classic and for some, I'm sure it's just a rote tradition when sitting down to that big stuffed bird.  I would hope it has more meaning than that to us: Bless us, Oh Lord, and these thy gifts which we are about to receive from thy bounty, through Christ, Our Lord. Amen. ~ A Traditional Prayer of Thanksgiving 'Tis the season to think of bounty, gratitude and the myriad of blessings we enjoy.  Today, I volunteered with Kaleb's class on a trip to one of our local orchards, Archibalds .  Always a great group of kids and the lady leading our tour was amazing - she had songs, puppets and rhymes and did such an excellent job of simply explaining to a group of 5 year olds.     It's Apple Picking Time!  Mmm - cider!  Kaleb & Mommy The orchard has a pretty smart set-up when it comes down to adult chaperones on field trips.  Once we got off the bus, the te