I am definately getting stressed out. We have 35 people coming. My brother and his family are included, bringing also their 2 dogs. I have 2 dogs. Where the heck am I going to keep all of these dogs while I have this many people in my house. Plus there are lots of kids who will be running around and in and out. I also have to prepare two turkeys, one 20 and on 7. Stuffing, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, gravy,veggies, oh boy, I am getting tense. I was up at 4 this morning thinking about it and looking up brine recipies. I am going to be mental on Friday, that is for sure. You guys may never hear from me again! We have to move furniture, to make room for rental tables. I need to do some yoga or something.
Frankly, I don't think I have to worry about eating, I will be too busy working!!!

Thankfully, we will be four and two dogs on Thursday. I have the menu planned and will be grocery shopping tonight before the sales go off. I have planned many more vegies and vegetable dishes than ever before. I decided after polling my family that the ONE thing we are not giving up is my mother's dressing. EOS.
I have figured out how to lighten it up a bit, but the best way for me, is better portion control there.

How can you help me.....by doing what we've been doing all along, offering support, motivation, caring and concern for each other.
This is my first Thanksgiving without my mother, and already I feel the difference. Someone asked me about family traditions, and the biggest part of the tradition was my mom....now what? We will be fine, we will shed a tear or two, laugh at funny memories and wish she were still here. But those are the things that you learn about the first year without a loved one. I am thankful for all of you here and for your support this year. You are the best!

Cathy