Yesterday was an amazing Thanksgiving day!
We ended up leaving for Cassie's house at around 9:30 in the morning, stopping for coffee and newspapers on our way.
When we got there, Cassie already had really yummy pumpkin cookie's ready, and Jessica showed up soon after with two cases of beer for Matt and Dan, and lots and lots of wine for Her, Char, Cassie, and I.
With Macy's Thanksgiving parade in the background, I stuck in the cinnamon rolls that we brought for breakfast, and Cassie started making eggs and hash browns.
After breakfast, Charlotte and I basted and seasoned the 18 pound turkey. After it went in the oven , around noon, we all went for a walk on trails in the wood behind Cassie and Dan's house. The weather was perfect, and it was an awesome way to burn a little extra calories before dinner!
When we got back, we cracked open the wine and started getting things ready for dinner.
Matt and Dan kicked back on the couch and watched football, in typical man style.
Dinner just seemed to come together so easily. And, we had lots of yummy food. The menu included :
* Turkey (Charlotte and I did an AWESOME job!)
Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Sweet Potatoes with Pineapple
Cauliflower Casserole
Green Bean Casserole
Vegetarian Stuffing
Cresant Rolls
Pumpkin Bars
Pumpkin Cookies
Peppermint Cheesecake balls
Dinner was ready around 5, and it was all so good!
After dinner, we were all so full, that we flopped on the couches and zoned out in front of the television. l
Jessica left around 9 and we all got into our pajamas and finished the night watching Elf, which is definitely one of my favorite Christmas movies.
It was such a great night, and an awesome way to kickoff the Holiday season.
When I moved here, I was so nervous that I would spend the whole time feeling awkward or out of place. Yesterday made me feel so at home. I am so thankful for everyone I know here, and so Thankful for an amazing holiday!
Now it's time to put up the tree!
Happy Holidays!
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