Fruit in a Basket, James Peale

THANKSGIVING is a day for unity, not division. What are the things that unite us, whatever our political persuasions? The conditions of existence unite us. Here are three:

1. We were born; created, not self-begotten.

2. We will die.

3. Our souls will live forever.

None of us differ in any of these conditions. The innate longing for unity is fulfilled. We are on the same boat. We are in the same vessel. We sail on the sea of time. We will sail on the sea of eternity.

The immortality of the soul can be established with the use of simple logic. You don’t have to get a degree in philosophy to see it. The soul is immaterial. It is not physical. It does not partake of physical death.

Put away political thoughts. They will be there when you wake up tomorrow. Put away political knives. Cut the turkey instead. We are alike more than we are different. Gratitude is a universal need. We have such a beautiful country, which none of us deserve. We can be united in gratitude that we are so much united. We can be united as the collective recipients of undeserved gifts.

Let the mountains receive peace for the people: and the hills justice. (Psalm 72:3)

Happy Thanksgiving! 

The editorial board and maintenance staff of The Thinking Housewife extends her wish for many blessings to you, whatever your beliefs.

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