When Thanksgiving Changes

Thanksgiving used to be my favorite day — 50–60 family members gathered in my grandma’s home in Abilene, the one place that felt safe growing up.

But adulthood changed everything.

The same Thanksgiving I became a single mom was the last one my grandma hosted… and the moment I realized my biological dad was not safe for me or my babies.

Last year, after trying to rebuild family relationships, things exploded so badly that I’m now completely no-contact for the safety of my husband and children.

And this year?

We’re home with a stomach virus instead of with the family who’s always loved us like their own.

But I’m learning something:

Different doesn’t mean failure.

Sometimes God reroutes us to protect us — even when it hurts.

If your Thanksgiving feels messy, lonely, or nothing like you planned, this episode is for you.

Scriptures:

Psalm 147:3

Romans 8:28

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