Turkey Day!

I don't have any pictures, but it doesn't even matter. We all know what Thanksgiving is about... too much turkey, far too many carbs and sweets, all washed down with an unhealthy serving of alcohol. Not to mention the boring football, the sweaty women in the kitchen having hot-flashes, and the family drama that all seems to come to a head on this great day. But what do we appreciate most?? Our family... for their faults and quirks, their habits and mannerisms, their unconditional love and fierce devotion to the family unit. This is what Thanksgiving is to me, anyways. A rememberence of all the greats and the bads, all shoved into one feast-filled day.

Although I was not able to be with my family on this *filling* day, I was lucky enough to be able to barge in on the Schoonover's dinner hosted by Riane and Jake in Amity, OR. Everyone was here, and everyone contributed to the tasty madness. Riane and Jake with the turkey, stuffing, rolls and pea salad. Amber and Ray with the potatoes and wine. Shawna with the cranberries and fruit salad. Melinda and Rick with the sweet potatoes and pies... oh my the pies. Myself with the green bean casserole and relish tray/snacks. Oh yeah... and the most important part of my day: mimosa's in the morning! That's a little kick-back to my family ;)  I'll never have another Thanksgiving without a little booze to start off my day. Thanks Deveraux clan!

A new favorite tradition of mine that we might have started today?? Going around the table and saying the one thing you are so grateful for about the person next to you. We need to appreciate each other a little more. Not only that, we need to vocalize those feelings. Show gratitude, express love, convey sentiment,  proclaim fondness.

So with that, I'll leave you with the only thought left in my mind at the moment. I'm not sure if I'm ready to sleep or to vomit.