Well, another Thanksgiving day came and went with visits with family, this year his side of the family. All his whole brothers were there and his whole sister...he has two halves left...grin...one a brother from his mother's side, the other a sister from his father's side. They're much older, but he's worked hard with establishing a relationship with both of them over the years. They just weren't able to make it there for the celebration, too. His brother's three boys were all there for the first time in a long time for us to see them. No one was drunk, no one strung out on drugs...not nairy one fight for us to survive. It was surprisingly pleasant, with everyone on their best behaviour.
I did miss being with my side of the family. My two nieces with new babies were going to be at their father's house. One of the young babies I've never even seen before. I wasn't pleased, but resigned.
I called there today and only got a busy signal. I'll have to remember to try again.
I did get to talk with my own children for the holiday. I think it's really important to touch base on these days, even if it's just for a short conversation, as it conveys and reinforces the love and, anyway..makes me feel soothed. This year even my new daughter in law called me specially to wish me a Happy Thanksgiving. When I'd been talking with my son she wasn't around, and then I passed the phone to his father and then it was hung up...she didn't find out later that we were who he was talking to...and, got aggravated that he didn't let her have a turn to say "hi". She can be a sweetie!! LOL Unfortunately, we didn't get to talk with Penny and her crew...I thought about them as we passed their exit...was wondering why we didn't set up something ahead of time to be with them instead of with old people like us!! LOL
One bad thing...we didn't bring home enough leftovers. Not even one piece of turkey for a sandwich. Did get some of the roast beef...but, while good, it just doesn't conjure up that same feeling of contentment!! I do have some cake in there that my friend Lisa made for us. She does a really good job with both cakes and cookies! I am the pie maker, but it's been too many years since I did them regularly enough to stay in practice. Good crust takes practice!!
OH well..nothing is stopping me from baking or inviting more people over...well...except for being lazy and not wanting to mess with my plans for decluttering more...
Guess that's all for tonight...I can hear one of those cakes calling to me....Donnnnaaa!! yep..recognise my own name!! LOL
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You want some turkey? I can bring some over! I'll trade you for some cake...
YES!!!! Oh My!! Yes, I'll trade you some cake for some turkey....if you have plenty so I won't be taking all of yours?? I'm getting ready to get into the shower, but Scott's up and moving around!! LOL Super idea you have had Jen!!
Oops, didn't check blogs until late last night. If you still want some turkey, I can bring it over tonight. I've got to run to my parents house and get winter clothes out of their basement.
Sure thing...the cakes need to be frozen at this point if they're not going to be polished off...but, I'm eating some for breakfast and it's still good warmed in the microwave. I'll be getting home around 6:30 from work...is that too late to set up a meeting?
Nope, that's not too late. I'll plan on stopping by around 7-7:30 to give you a little time cushion. The turkey should probably be eaten soon or frozen as well. We're getting sick of it!
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