What makes your heart grateful during this season of thanksgiving? (Plus story recommendations you may enjoy.)

O give thanks unto the Lord; for he is good; for his mercy endureth for ever.

1 Chronicles 16:34 (KJV)

I have so many thoughts of gratefulness right now. Some are tiny whispers of peace, and some are so enormous that my heart is overflowing with joy. During November and looking forward to the celebration of our Savior’s birth, I tend to reflect on the past year, and fortunately, I feel completely blessed. Family, friends, fellowship….all close to my heart.

One adventure I’m grateful to have experienced during this past year is a backpacking trip with my husband to Lake Hessie in the High Unitas Wilderness of Utah. Over 50 years ago, this location was one of my first backpacking experiences. While we lived in Wyoming many years ago, we hiked back to the lake a few times.

But our recent August return was after an absence of nearly twenty-five years. We noted a few changes. Much larger trailhead parking lot. Many more hikers on the trail. And other groups were camping at the quiet lake. We did remembered the trail fairly well as it followed a rushing river, then climbed a long uphill section before arriving at our camping spot. The lake is still beautiful. And we saw moose….as we always do at this memorable place.

I hope these few photos of our adventure give you a moment of peaceful enjoyment viewing His majesty.

November book recommendations

CHRISTMAS FOREST AMBUSH by Kerry Johnson

And speaking of hiking in the mountains, if you enjoy romantic suspense, author Kerry Johnson’s newest book, Christmas Forest Ambush, should be on your Santa wish list. With a thrilling escape through the wilderness, ranger Noah Holt and social worker Lucy Taylor face many challenges as they strive to protect the child in her care. This action-on-every-page story offers examples of perseverance, forgiveness and trust.

Check out the author’s webpage for more information. “Romance that’s worth the risk.” https://www.kerryjohnsonbooks.com

HOLIDAY MENACE : a novella collection by ten popular inspirational authors

If you’d like a selection of romantic suspense novellas, Holiday Menace may be just what you’re looking for. Ten popular Christian authors each write different stories of inspiration with holiday themes. I found the variety of characters and settings provided good seasonal reading.

For more information, go to author Terri Weldon’s webpage. https://terriweldon.com

LIGHTS, CAMERA, CHRISTMAS TOWN! A sweet novella collection by eight romance authors

This novella collection is on top of my soon-to-be-read list. I’m sure another visit to Christmas Town will be delightful, full of sparkle and holiday joy. If you like sweet, uplifting contemporary romance, I hope you find this surprise on your Kindle or Kindle app before Christmas morning.

For more information about this collection, go to author Tanya Agler’s website….plus check out her recent release which is another great book for the holiday season, Snowbound with the Rodeo Star. https://tanyaagler.com

Thank you for stopping by my blog. May we all be thankful for our many blessings as we prepare for the celebration of our Savior’s birth. I pray your season is filled with love, joy and peace.

Sherida

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