Mary and Martha...appropriate at Thanksgiving?

Luke (10:38-42) tells us the story of Mary, Martha, and Jesus. This is a huge story for me, because neither one of them necessarily did anything wrong, but one of them pleased Jesus by choosing what was better. I challenged the Sunday School class to think outside the box this Thanksgiving and to truly show their gratitude for their family (not just say it). But I want to preface it with the story of Mary and Martha--make sure that we don't get so busy with cooking, cleaning, entertaining, visiting, playing, etc (all good things)--that we miss out on Jesus. Join me in sitting at Jesus' feet over this holiday, and make an effort eliminate too many "good" things, and concentrate on the best ones! Happy Thanksgiving.

Also - If you would like to share a cool way that you said "thank you" to your parents/family - please comment and share so that we can be inspired, challenged, and encouraged!