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HAPPY THANKSGIVING

If you have a Roku player and have the PBS channel loaded, you should watch the 2014 Mark Twain Award tribute to Jay Leno while you still can. The full version is not available on the web. My laughter woke my wife up. I am thankful for are comedians like Jay who didn't have to be mean to get a laugh, or throw expletives to shock you. Jay was always a great pal to see every night just before you turned to sleep. I was fortunate to have seen the live show twice. It should have been 3x but I missed the cut-off in the long line when George Clooney was his guest and his entourage of friends bumped all of us simple folk away.

    I guess we all can be thankful for God's gift of laughter that is a natural antidote to our stress. Blessed are those who have the ability to enjoy life more than others. I am thankful to have friends like you who receive this TGIF email every Friday morning. Hard to believe I've been spreading joy through these TGIF emails since I started way back in 2003. Though we may not have spoken, it's as if we've known each other for so long. We've shared anecdotes and I've prayed for so many concerns. Joy comes from knowing that the little things I do can brighten the day of so many people. Thank you for being part of this onging Friday morning ritual.

"Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!" ---Philippians 4:4

Wisdom from Rey of Simi Valley, CA

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sent by Tom of Pasadena, CA

Cyber Love
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Videos of the week: (click on the picture)

Ultimate Dog Tease
Contributed by Mike of New York

I was laughing hard when I watched this. It was as if this was the actual conversation.

Ravenstoke Alaska Experiment
Contributed by Mike of New York

How far is Ravenstoke Alaska? After you watch this video you'll understand the question.

Random Acts of Kindness
Contributed by Mike of New York

Humans may be the cause of dramatic climate change and the extinction of many of God's creatures but there are many of us who still love animals.

Music and a Pencil Drawing
Contributed by Dette of Dalipuga, Philippines

An Egyptian artist's ballet interpretation using his artwork. Watch the video and you'll know what I mean. His love for dance is obvious. His romantic flair is wonderful.

Prehistoric Selfie
Contributed by Ernie of New York

We end today's TGIF with this clip from the Disney movie "The Croods." Have a wonderful Thanksgiving! Be sure to share your "selfie."