We celebrated our first island Thanksgiving (and first Thanksgiving outside the states). Owen had class and I tutored, but I was able to watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade with a friend. The school served Thanksgiving style lunch. We were able to call/video with all of our families back home, some friends in Texas and some in China. It was a very quiet day, but great to catch up with all our loved ones. On Friday I spent the day cleaning, cooking and watching Miracle on 34th Street (the old version on course). That evening we hosted a potluck dinner at our apartment for 11 people. It was a great time. I made my first turkey and it turned out excellent. I also made a spiced apple cider in the crockpot which was also a hit. Our guests brought really good sides and desserts. Not much else to say, so enjoy the pictures!
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| Preparing my first turkey! |
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| The finished product. A success! (proof I can cook) |
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| Owen carving the turkey for our guests. |
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| Some lovely sides |
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More sides and dessert
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| Makeshift dinner tables/seating |
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| Most of our guest, minus the few that left early |
What great pictures from your Thanksgiving dinner. The first one of the two of you in the kitchen is sweet. We are so proud of you both for really stretching in the cooking department and for opening your home to so many new friends. The turkey looks great! Jamie, we laughed at the one that looks like you are embracing it. You've come a long way from "Oh, yuck." We wish you continued success with the future potluck suppers from every nationality in the group. It should be delicious!
ReplyDeleteWe have just seen the photos of Owen in the race and we're sure that he enjoyed the exercise and competition immensely. A nice break from the rigors of studying...
Stay well and we'll see you in a few weeks.
Love, Char and Dave