This Thanksgiving was the first holiday in our new, blended family, and can I just say... It was PERFECT!! Hands-down the best Thanksgiving I have ever been a part of. Everything from the food to the company was absolutely phenomenal, and I couldn't be more grateful for my life right now if I tried.
J's parents came into town to Spend Turkey Day with us (they live in Moxee, WA). This was their first time meeting my daughters, and that went really well. My children were charming and adorable as usual, and won their hearts over in no time. MY parents also came over for dinner, which made me happy in a way I can't properly describe. So J's parents got to meet them as well, and that was just a great. My parents really like his folks, and vice-versa. Even our dads, who are generally both quiet and non-talkative with a hint of social awkwardness got along really well. They have a lot of things in common and were chatting away for a good hour before dinner was ready. Watching them was both amusing and heart-warming.
The food, once everything was done cooking and served up, was absolutely fantastic.
Out menu included Turkey (courtesy of J and myself), Ham (courtesy of my step-mom Dianna), Cranberry Sauce (Me and Dianna each made some), Stuffing (Jason), Broccoli Souffle (Jason), Green Bean Casserole (Dianna), Mashed Potatoes (Yours Truly), King's Hawaiian Rolls (Walmart), and Gravy (Jason). Not just any gravy, mind you... this was the absolute best, most DELICIOUS gravy I have ever had in my life. I was literally eating it by the spoonful before dinner was officially served.
This holiday marked the first of many. many more to come for J and I, and I can't wait to see how the rest of them go. I am so grateful and full of love and joy right now.
