2004 November

For some reason, Chris decided to toy with my design. He thinks I have a lot of shoes in my closet, so I think that's why he chose that background.

Whew… the cooking is all done with the exception of the turkey. I've been cooking since 5:30 pm. The turkey is in a brine and it will be cooked early am. We are plannning on a noon dinner. :) My Mother and her Fiance are coming to join Chris and I for the feast. I sure wish the rest of the family could come as well. It's so hard for everyone to get together now a days since most families are strewn all across the country. Let's see how many states we have relatives in…

Grandparents: NC, IA

Aunts and Uncles: WA, MA, DC

Cousins: NC, Afghanistan, Thailand, KS,

Brothers and Sisters: TN, CO, NC, TX, IA

Parents: IA, NC, CA

 I'm  thankful we are all doing well  no matter where we are and that the family (both sides) have wonderful homes full with food and love -  we'll be burning up the phone lines tomorrow telling family how much we miss them and how thankful we are for all that we have been graced with.

Wow Chris… this is the SECOND Thanksgiving we will spending together. Time sure flies when you're loving someone special and being loved back like I have. Thank you, honey for a wonderful year!

Here's our menu:

Herb Roasted Turkey, Mushroom Stuffing, Broccoli Casserole, Fried “Leather Britches” (green beans and bacon), Macaroni and Cheese, Mashed Potatoes and turkey gravy, Coleslaw,Cranberry Orange Compote,Biscuits, Million Dollar Pie, Jello Cake and Strawberries with Whipped Cream.

WHEW… I hope Mom brings her tupperware.  

LMAO! I just realized that the comments on my “most commented on” blog entry have absolutely nothing to do with me or my post. Now THAT is funny, people. How does that happen? Hrmmm… is it like when you have a thought in your head and you ”what if” it until you are somewhere in LA LA land - alone? Except None other than Exasperated Note makers. Oh noooooo, let's be rude to one another!

There is something to be said for tact and plain ol' niceness. Thank you to the people who actually make sense here. To those who just rant to be ugly? Stop, take a breath, and read what you've written before hitting the post button.

All in all, I'm just happy people drop by. Although, if you were really “here” with me, I'd probably grin and say: “Darlin', you need a hug and a martini. Remember the blood pressure, friend!” So, do you want that shaken or stirred? All the negativity isn't worth your time and effort. Do you not agree?

Opinions are like a**holes. We all have them, no two are alike, and they all stink. Hee Hee Hee!

It's lovely here. The city seduces me with it's lights and fresh air. The laughter mixed with the gloomy weather is an interesting mix. I'm looking forward to being a part of all this different behavior.  

I missed the meetup tonight and I'm bummed about it. Next time… :)