Thanksgiving Survey
Where will you be spending Thanksgiving?
Not really sure right now. I've been invited to come out to Tatitia's house and that's a possibility, but I'm not really comfortable in the group setting anymore. I'll probably just stay here at the house and cook here.
How many people will you be eating dinner with?
Probably alone or maybe with Ma, but that's not definite. If I do anything, I'll cook here on Wednesday night / Thursday morning and end up sending plates to both of my sisters and my brother's house. They may come over, but I'm not holding my breath. Ma can take them plates and enjoy the family atmosphere while I stay here and enjoy the peace and quiet.
Is there a designated kids table at Thanksgiving Dinner?
Nope.
How long ago did you sit at the kids table?
I don't believe I ever have. We've always had just one table.
Are you spending Thanksgiving with the same people as last year?
Nope. Last year, both my brother Steve and my friend Andrew were staying here and were munching - now Steve has his own place and a girlfriend and Andrew has moved back to McColl and has a new girlfriend as well. Too bad because I miss having them around.
Favorite Side Dish?
Either baked beans or potato salad - both of which I can make very well.
Baked Turkey or Fried Turkey?
Baked - stick it in the over and cook that bird, basting regularly.
Sweet Potato Pie Or Pumpkin Pie?
Pumpkin (but I actually prefer pecan pie... Yum!)
Rice Stuffing Or Bread Stuffing?
Breaded stuffing - homemade. (unless I get lazy and decide to break out the Stove Top...lol)
Who Will Be Cooking?
For the past several years, it's been me.
Who will be Cleaning?
I clean as I go along so it's a minimal task - yep, it all falls on me.
Are Prayers Said Before Eating?
Not out loud, but everyone is allowed to pray or not pray as they wish.
When is the last time you prayed?
I always say a silent prayer before I eat.
Does Everyone say what they are thankful for?
Nope.
What are you thankful for?
I'm thankful for the amazing friends I have who accept me as I am, despite my quirks and asshole qualities, I'm thankful for the people up at the church who have done so much for me and allowed me an opportunity to give back to the community, I'm thankful that I'm capable of expressing myself and having a creative outlet, I'm thankful for my family who drive me crazy sometimes (most of the time), but they're an amazing and wonderful bunch and I'm thankful for Cal, who accepts me and knows me and still loves me despite all of that. I was always missing something until he came into my life and he completes me and for that, I am eternally grateful.
Will There Be Just Family Or Close Friends As well?
My close friends and family are one and the same and anyone / everyone is welcome.
Is There Ever Enough Food For Everyone?
There should be - I love to cook.
Will Some Of The Meals Be Prepared The Day Before?
Some stuff might - it all depends upon my mood.
Have you ever eaten an organic turkey?
I don't think so, but it's possible that I have and just didn't know it.
Have you ever eaten Tofurkey?
Nope! Bleh!!
Will There Be Any Alcoholic Beverages Set On The Table?
If Lynn or Steve do come over, I'm sure they'll bring beer, but I don't have any plans on having any alcohol around unless it's later in the evening.
Are you going to watch Football?
Haven't really thought about that too much, but it depends on who's playing and who's here.
Do you watch the Macy's Parade?
I do sometimes - I love those big old floats, but it's not a every-year thing. I think last year, I just put the TV on one of the music stations and played classic jazz all day.
Do You Look Forward To Thanksgiving?
I actually do - I love to cook and it gives me a chance to really go crazy in the kitchen and cook for others. I like turkey too... lol.
Favorite Past Thanksgiving Memory?
Two sets of memories come to mind first.... Way back probably in 1986 or 1987, I had Thanksgiving Dinner with the Manships, my other family who lived down the road. Being there with Lenora (Ma), Jimmy (Pa), Jim and Lee Ann was just a great time. And then when I was working and living down in Wilmington and we had a pre-cooked Turkey dinner brought to the store for me, Marshall, Steve and Jamie and we all celebrated Turkey Day at the Dairy Mart. That was November 1996.
Is Thanksgiving Your Favorite Holiday?
Not really - I like Halloween and Christmas slightly better, but I'm not really into celebrating any of the major holidays anymore. Well, I do celebrate my guy's birthday and Alice Cooper's birthday, but not many of the other holidays...lol.
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