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Practical help, a little creativity, and room to breathe. These printable companions are made to support connection and care—at home, at sea, and across the miles.

Thanksgiving coloring page preview: a lighthouse, family home, and ship connected across the water

For merchant mariner families

Thanksgiving Across the Miles

A free seven-page coloring and planning pack for the spouse holding home, the mariner offshore, and the family celebrating together whenever the calendar allows.

  • A family coloring page
  • A shoreside Thanksgiving planner and practical prep checklist
  • Connection ideas and kind replies to well-meaning questions
  • An offshore planner for intentional moments at sea
  • Reflection questions and a later celebration plan

Download the free printable PDF

US Letter · Seven pages · No signup required

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Make it your own

Print the pages that help. Choose “Fit” in your printer settings if needed. Keep a planner on the refrigerator, color together, or send a photo of a finished page across the miles.

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