Thanksgiving was here and done quickly, but I savored all of it.
I set the simplest of tables, just pulling out what I had. Added a leaf, hauled in a chair from the kitchen, set out the gold chargers, wine glasses, silver flatware.
To what I already had in the middle of the table I added a few pinecones,
then I printed out names, added more pinecones and assigned seating. The white plates will be next to the food buffet in the kitchen.
Done.
I started a fire in the firepit on the patio, newly power washed.
Bubbie came home from college and made rum balls.
Where did this kid get his mad cooking skillz?
Firstborn greatly enjoyed tending the firepit.
We pulled Hubby's smoke kit out and they finished off his cigars and most of his tobacco. I think it was fitting, as this is how they remember Dad sitting outside by the firepit on Thanksgiving Day.
LA, The Girl, top of Dutch's head!
Dutch, Scout, Bubbie. They bundled up in blankets and socialized and laughed and it was amazing.
They enjoyed Cranberry Bourbon Sours, courtesy of LA. They came bearing gifts for my birthday, too - flowers and a balloon, a pretty glass lidded candle, chocolate, a handpainted pot with aloe vera, a handmade necklace, and warm pumpkin bread. There was much love.
I hated to leave the cozy scene, but it was my holiday to work...and it was an easy shift with no tragedy. I was home in my bed with a leftover turkey sammie and a glass of wine by 11:30.
Slept soundly!
Today I pulled all of the leftovers out and made individual meals for myself, Bubbie, and The Girl. Emptied and re-loaded the dishwasher, put away the silver and the chargers, cleaned the floors and started laundry. But for most of today, I will rest and relax. Maybe decorate the Christmas tree.
And maybe go get some more firewood...
Happy Weekend!
Gina
1 comment:
Isn’t it gratifying when things are calm and relaxed, and everything goes well. It looks as though you had a lovely Thanksgiving. Happy belated birthday!
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