And no, Mother, this is not the turkey you made two years ago, that I'm still trying to explain to the children when they start screaming, "MY EYES! MY EYES!"
Mostly, I'm thankful for the Thanksgiving binge. I'm thankful that I can produce such a feast, that it necessitates it's own schedule and it's own grocery list.
I'm thankful for Paula Deen's Sweet Potatoe Balls recipe.
I'm thankful for Ricardo - SUCKER!
I'm thankful for the family I was born into, and the family I married.
I'm thankful for my babies.
I'm thankful for my precious ya-yas.
I'm thankful for my dear friends.
I'm thankful for the people who laugh at my jokes. Especially the ones who have heard them multiple times, and still laugh genuinely on cue.
I'm thankful for health insurance, my marriage recognized by law, Farley the Wonderdog's health, that gas prices are down, my kids still seem to be somewhat potty trained, a refrigerator full of groceries, heat, running water, no debt, and my health. I'm thankful for my life.
But again, what I'm really thankful for, is the Thanksgiving binge. And I don't even have to purge afterwards. What a gift!
That's how I roll.
Amen.
Keep writing, Sister. I'm thankful for your wit and talent.
I am thankful you found me that recipe today.
I am thankful for Edward and Bella.
I am thankful that your kids forgive me every year when I send their birthday presents 3 months late and then Christmas ones 3 more later.
I am thankfulfor scrabble but not for nibs.
I am thankful I got to spend 20 great years together with my 2 favorite ya ya's. I miss her like crazy, but am thankful for all our time together. Love you.
I am thankful for You! For my kids, my family, and all the good times that are still ahead!