I mentioned earlier about the pumpkin pie tasting ramekins. Well these are little cups made with scraps of pie crust and pie filling that did not fit into the pie crusts. They've become such a family tradition! This is breakfast on Thanksgiving morning and Jeremy introduced Maddie to this yummy treat. She loved it!
We gathered at Jeff and Caroline's for our Thanksgiving dinner.
Two of My Three Sons!
22 gathered around their kitchen and dining room. It was a lovely day! Since we moved away, Jeff and Caroline have made it a new tradition to invite friends who also do not have family nearby to share in the holiday meals. They are known for their hospitality!
That's the turkey under that bright orange beach towel. Jeremy roasted a 25.9 lb. turkey at their house and then wrapped it up for the transport. It was delicious - herb crusted, very moist and juicy. Actually when we take the turkey out of the oven, we wrap it up, or as I say "put it to bed" - wrap in foil and cover with a couple of large heavy beach towels. This keeps it very hot and lets juices go into the meat while gravy and other last minute things are prepared. As an aside, Rachel Ray showed how to do this in one of her programs in November. We've been doing it for years!!! Try it!
Our California Family!
"Thanksgiving" dinner with my sibs, Kathy, Steve, Joel, Nan and Luke was at a great little hole-in-the-wall Thai restaurant that Joel and Nan enjoy. Food was delicious and as always, it was a great time with lots of laughter.
Maddie's 1st birthday party was on Saturday following Thanksgiving. Jeremy and Renee hosted both of their families for the event. Maddie, however was sick with a 102 temperature the night before and was pretty clingy to Mom and her "blankie". Considering how she felt, she was quite a sweet little girl. Jeremy grilled chicken for tacos, complete with all the trimmings for 22 people! Delicioso!!
Great family shots from the day.
After her birthday cupcake, she was whisked off to bed. A visit to doctor the next day revealed she had a double ear infection. Poor little thing!
Our last day we had lunch with Rich's cousin Marlene and her husband Frank.
Then we had a last visit with Mom. She's a amazing lady, who is working hard at adjusting to her new living arrangement in an assisted living facility. It's always so hard to say good-bye to her.
We spent several wonderful nights with my sister Kathy. We enjoyed her warm hospitality and some wonderful dinners out. What a treat to have such fabulous food! This is just one of the displays in her courtyard. It truly sums up what a wonderful trip we had. We truly gathered with grateful hearts! Thank you Lord!
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