Thanksgiving 2008

This year I didn't get any pictures of our Thanksgiving. I didn't have the big family meal this year, it was over at Justine's last Sunday. We weren't able to go due to schedule conflicts and a freshly neutered lil' fella.


I made dinner for what I thought would only be four, Lee, Mark, Brittany, and myself. Andrew insisted that he had to work that day. Brittany ended up inviting her friend, Joe, so that would make five.

I made the works. Turkey, stuffing, real mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, green bean casserole, rolls, egg nog, and sparkling cider. Topped off with pumpkin bread and double layer pumpkin pie. It was all very delicious, if I do say so myself.

Oh, did I mention that about 2 hours before dinner was ready, Andrew surprised us by walking through the front door? He DIDN'T have to work!!! Yay, Thanksgiving for 6! We enjoyed our meal and then we went and saw "Twilight" as a family. It was my second time. My family enjoyed it and they didn't even read the books.

I am still ever so grateful that I won the big prize at Bunco last year in time for Thanksgiving. My roaster oven has changed my whole life as far as my stress level on this day goes. I'm grateful that my husband and I are employed and are able to provide for our family, so many are struggling in this regard, and we are ever mindful of them. I am thankful for my family, and the special bond that I share with each one of them. I am thankful to have so many wonderful friends who add love, meaning, and purpose to my life. Happy Thanksgiving.