A Thankful Tree

* Small tree branch

* Flower pot
* Pebbles, rocks or marbles
* Card stock or colored paper
* Hole Punch
* Twine or string

* Clear holiday lights (optional)

Time needed:  Under 1 Hour

1.  To make the tree, insert branch in a flowerpot filled with pebbles, rocks, or marbles. 

2.  Cut leaf shapes from card stock or colored paper, use a hole punch to make hole in each, and attach a loop of twine.

3.  At your gathering, have guests jot down a note of thanks on a leaf and hang it from the tree.

4.  Another idea.  Have family members write down one thing they're thankful for each day leading up to Thanksgiving, and hang it on the tree.