Sunday, November 23, 2014

The Week Ahead....

  This is an old photo of my porch décor a couple years ago.   I have been thinking of the week ahead. I only have to make two things to take to our Thanksgiving day dinner. I suppose you could call ours more of a lunch....We always dine  around 1:00 , so the children can play and have time together. Plus we clear things up in the kitchen so we ladies can play cards, or trivia, and have coffee and dessert. The men will talk or watch games. Some times they join our card games  Always plenty of talking and laughing. That truly is the best part.
  Then later it is still early enough that some can go to other relatives for a bit of supper/dinner. It makes a long day really. I have always been tired at the end of the day. But as soon as it's all over,  I am a bit sad . I start looking forward to the next holiday get together. Which for us is Christmas.
   I used to have chili supper, tree decorating, it's Angie birthday ...at the first week of December. As time as gone on, everyone changes the traditions a little. Our children start doing their own things, starting their own traditions.  We can't take offence , we just let them grow, as we were allowed , by our own parents.
   Wishing everyone a nice Sunday. XO
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  1. Ann@A Sentimental LifeNovember 23, 2014 at 6:44 AM

    Your Thanksgiving sounds wonderful, family time! Happy Thanksgiving

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    1. SusieNovember 23, 2014 at 7:32 AM

      Hi Ann, thinking of you...Hope your week is blessed and your thanksgiving also.oxo,Susie

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  2. Cranberry MorningNovember 23, 2014 at 6:50 AM

    It does sound so very lovely - family gathered around, food and games, conversation. All wonderful. Hope it is a happy time, Susie, and I know it is kind of a letdown when it's over. For me, a letdown and a relief at the same time. lol

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    1. SusieNovember 23, 2014 at 7:34 AM

      Judy, I know that same feeling relief and sadness. We love it while it's going on and then feel sad that it will be awhile before we can have that much fun again. Blessings, xoxo,Susie

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  3. must love junkNovember 23, 2014 at 6:53 AM

    It sounds like you have wonderful holiday traditions! Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving:)
    Susan

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    1. SusieNovember 23, 2014 at 7:35 AM

      Thank you Susan, I wish the same for you and your family. Hello to your mother, xoxo,Susie

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  4. JunkchiccottageNovember 23, 2014 at 8:37 AM

    Hi Susie,
    Love all your family traditions. Happy Thanksgiving. Enjoy the week ahead.
    Kris

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    1. SusieNovember 23, 2014 at 3:09 PM

      Hi Kris, I actually had a great weekend this past. Shopped with my daughter, Meet up with my sisters on Saturday. Then went to a play today with Angie. All fun...I will crack down this week. Blessings, xoxo,Susie

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  5. This N ThatNovember 23, 2014 at 9:57 AM

    Sounds like a wonderful time with family Susie..Enjoy!! Happy Thanksgiving to you all..

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    1. SusieNovember 23, 2014 at 3:10 PM

      Missy, I hope you get to be with family also. I can't wait to have a left over turkey sandwich. I also like turkey salad. Blessings to you , xoxo,Susie

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  6. Burlap LuxeNovember 23, 2014 at 10:08 AM

    Thank you Susie-Q
    For taking the time to visit me and what I have to inspire, love your ThanksGiving inspiration here, and looking forward to Christmas with you and all you inspire.

    Happy ThanksGiving

    Xoxo
    Dore

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    1. SusieNovember 23, 2014 at 3:12 PM

      Thank you. I like seeing everyones decorating ideas. Remember when people used to get ideas at the furniture store. Ha. Have agood holiday, Blessing, xoxo,Susie

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  7. NonnieNovember 23, 2014 at 12:40 PM

    That sounds like a lovely day to me. Happy Thanksgiving.

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    1. SusieNovember 23, 2014 at 3:12 PM

      Hi Nonnie. I hope you Thanksgiving is a great day. xoxo,Susie

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  8. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonNovember 23, 2014 at 2:33 PM

    Your day sounds a lot like ours Susie. Usually eat between 1 and 2. We are going to our sons home this year. First time I haven't had it here since we moved in. I'm only making a couple of things as well. It will be different, but delightful! I agree, everyone starts their own traditions and we have to just go with the flow. Happy Holiday my friend!
    hugs,
    Jann

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    1. SusieNovember 23, 2014 at 3:14 PM

      Jann, We moms roll with the flow. :) It will be fun to be with our children and their families . We just don't have to clean as much. That is a plus. Blessings to you and yours, xoxo,Susie

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  9. ~Lavender Dreamer~November 23, 2014 at 4:32 PM

    We were talking about the big Thanksgiving dinners we hosted over the years just today. It's different for us now but I still have so much to be thankful for so I can't complain. Enjoy your week my friend! Sweet hugs, Diane

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    1. SusieNovember 24, 2014 at 4:23 AM

      Diane, It is fun to remember some of our old family holidays together. I miss my parents, by brother Miles and his wife. Heck, I just miss the kids being little. LOL. But life must go on. Blessings to you, xoxo,Susie

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  10. GARAGE SALE GALNovember 23, 2014 at 4:59 PM

    As my "kids" are on their own, I just say when the meal is and whoever can make it works.
    Happy Thanksgiving.
    warmly,
    deb

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    1. SusieNovember 24, 2014 at 4:25 AM

      Deb, That is really all we can do without making a big fuss. Life is too short to get upset. So we have thanksgiving with as many that can make it. Blessings, xoxo,Susie

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  11. Susie SwansonNovember 23, 2014 at 5:10 PM

    I know how you feel. Our grandchildren and children are doing the same. I miss the big get togethers but we have. to allow them to start their own traditions. I do enjoy the holidays so much Happy Thanksgiving from my home to yours. Hugs, xo

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    1. SusieNovember 24, 2014 at 4:26 AM

      Susie, I hope you are up to celebrating thanksgiving with your loved ones. Don't over do.:):) Bless you, xoxo,Susie

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  12. DebbyNovember 23, 2014 at 6:35 PM

    As families grow its hard to keep some tradtions. You are right to give them the freedom of their own traditions. I like how everyone finds fun after the dinner. Happy Thanksgiving.

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    1. SusieNovember 24, 2014 at 4:27 AM

      Debby, I hope you have a great week. It will be fun to be with loved ones. xoxo,Susie

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  13. Lin from A {tiny} Cottage In The WoodsNovember 24, 2014 at 5:58 AM

    The traditions do change. I remember my mom dressed up in pearls and heals along with my grandmothers and aunts, and we all sat down to a formal dinner.

    Now things are much more relaxed. Come as you are, and everyone brings dishes. But no matter how we celebrate, it is always a good time.

    Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!
    xo,
    Lin

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  14. SusieNovember 24, 2014 at 6:54 AM

    Thank you LIn, I wish the same to you. I have never had a formal dinner. Our families are way to big for that. I would still love to wear some pearls When I was young, there were times I wore dresses and heels to the holiday gatherings. Now it's about comfort, especially with family. Blessings, xoxo,Susie

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  15. BostonBoyNovember 24, 2014 at 8:40 AM

    I have always enjoyed the holiday season despite of some of the madness associated with them. From growing up and spending the holidays with my cousins. Thanksgiving our house, Christmas theirs. Then you hunker down to get through January and February. Ah Spring!
    Thanks again for your support.

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