Happy Thanksgiving

I hope everyone who reads this has lots and lots to be thankful for. We certainly do!

We had hoped to have an "orphan" couple (Army friends of Craig's) join us for dinner, but the man has to leave early for an overseas trip. But we will enjoy having Craig, Cassie and Greta here with us. Brian, Sheila, and the boys are going to go to Keith and Janet's for dinner tomorrow. That will be the first time the two families have been able to get together since Brian and Sheila moved to Virginia in July.

I am sticking to a very traditional meal with little in the way of being creative. A different recipe for sweet potatoes is about as exciting as it gets. But my family is happiest when I don't get too carried away. Cassie is bring an apple pie which is awesome because she is a great cook and baker. We have several bottles of wine at the ready, so even if my dinner is less-than, no one will know the difference.

We are making some progress toward Christmas gifting and planning. Of course I think that every year, and still end up with something pushing me at the last minute.

Ken gave me a television for my birthday, and he has been struggling to get it hooked up to cable for a week. Who would have thought it would be so complicated. But it will be very nice when it is up and running in my sewing area. With some rearranging and a new higher cutting table (thanks to Craig), I can sew my heart out and be entertained. I could stash some food upstairs and have everything I need without ever coming downstairs.

Happy Thanksgiving. Ciao