I'll Celebrate The Giving Thanks Part

Today and tomorrow, and every day. There's value in the traditional American Thanksgiving holiday. (The part about gratitude and pausing to spend some time with those who matter....not the part about sugar coating raping and pillaging) I'm cooking for my small family and trying to balance some truth and education about our history with cooperation and a pause to reflect on all that we have. Tomorrow I'll stay home again- buy nothing, eat, drink and be merry. We'll celebrate another day of gratitude without (as much) guilt. Taking another day of gratitude instead of risking my life in some mall is really the least I can do. Next year, I nominate "Back Friday" as a more appropriated day of thanks, followed by Small Business Saturday.

Today, I'm thanking the universe and showing appreciation for:

• My creative, funny, brilliant man cub
• Supportive friends and family who always make me smile
• A warm home
• Plenty of food, money and love
• Laughter
• The thirst for knowledge that drives me to learn every day
• Opportunities for growth
• Time off to recharge
• Wellness
• Big dreams and confidence they'll come true
• An excuse to make pumpkin pie and cranberry sauce

I'm also grateful that my small family and small feast means I won't be slaving all day in the kitchen. I'm happily sipping my pumpkin latte and snuggling with Man Cub and the monster cat instead. 

Tonight's menu is:

Rosemary Roasted Turkey

Balsamic Glazed Broccoli and Cauliflower

Crispy Garlic Brussel sprouts

Orange Walnut Cranberry Sauce

Grain Free Pumpkin Pie with Coconut Whipped Cream

And of course....sparkling cider in fancy glasses, pinkies up. That's Man Cub's favorite part! 

I'll edit to add my version of these base recipes tomorrow, since I always make changes as I go. 

Wishing you all day of relaxation, laughter and reflection. 

Kellie