It was nearly 30 years ago when I finished my 1st nativity set. . . .This is my 8th. It is always a treat to coat them with the antiquing stain and wipe them down to a more subdued look. I was a little reluctant to decorate early this year but thanks to Leigh dragging all the boxes out last Friday, we got it done. I am not sure why I seem to fight these things but the help I am given by Leigh is immeasurable. Now, as I walk through the house and see all the festive spots of color and sparkle, I love it!!Our Thanksgiving was very nice. A little chaotic, but wonderful, none the less. I mention chaos because, in addition to having 13 adults and 12 children, we had 3 labs and 2 shitzus. . . .(in and out of the house pretty regularly) we also had a cold wet snow/rain storm (enough for a snowman) that helped oodles in keeping the childrens' clothes and our floor . . . . . .interesting.
Leigh accepted the assignment of frying the turkey. It was really delicious but the house just missed that special aroma of turkey with dressing slowly baking throughout the day and my gravy; I wasn't thrilled with how it turned out. We had Caroline's traditional jello, which we all love, Justin handled the relish tray department, Katie brought the pumpkin roll and Becky the baked cabbage and corn dishes. . . .We were stuffed. . . .even though the turkey was not.
Now we are planning a quick trip to SLC and Provo areas. Our nephew is getting married and we are going to try our hand at attending the MTC Christmas concert. . .no. . . .we have no tickets but "Yes" we are going anyway and trying the whole standby process. I will report later.
We will have a quiet holiday, in contrast to last year when we had the Christmas Eve chimney fire episode. . .I am rather thinking quiet will be great. When we brought the decorations out this year there was still a lot of smokey smell in them. When I first noticed it I sort of freaked out. . . . .as we had started a fire earlier in the day. . . . and I was certain the smokey smell was emanating from the chimney again. . . . .I was very glad to be wrong.
We are having an Eric's B-day celebration/Christmas Caroling party on the 22nd; you know, because Eric LOVES that kind of thing. . . Well, maybe not him but I think the children and grandchildren will like it.
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In previewing, which I did after posting and I'm not sure if I can undo it, I left out Anna's sweet potato dish that, in spite of my predicion, was a big hit. I knew there would be at least two of us who would like it but it quickly became a hit with lots of us. . . Thanks Anna, for handling that.
I love nativities, I collect them. This year however, I only have one nativity out. I plan on putting one more out, well maybe two but there's just so many and not enough room any more.
I really enjoyed lunch yesterday. It was a great turnout. I loved your dish.
love donna
Good save, we were about to leave a comment teasing you about those. To be fair I know a lady who once left a child out of her Christmas letter.
If you get in to the Christmas concert (or even if you don't), look for the oboist-soloist; she is one of my bestest friends, from Blackfoot/ U of U days. Her name is Beth Ludema (used to be Eddington).
I'm realizing that with my last (/only) final on the 18th, and with gas prices the way they are, I might be able to swing a road trip your way starting the 19th; maybe I could get in early on the 20th, and leave the 22nd. Would that be a good time for you (I'm still asking, knowing that if I showed up with absolutely no notice, you would-- as long as you were present-- welcome me with open arms)?
Well it sounds like you guys had a great Thanksgiving. Thanks for writing about it so I can enjoy it vicariously. I hope your travels to Utah are going well and that you get to see the choir... I know you will enjoy it!
I also wanted to mention that I LOVE our nativity as well. It is always a special thing when I get it out because I know how hard you worked on it. Love you so much and thanks for being a great mom.
Oh and thanks for the candy you mailed to us! It was delicious! I am still snacking on it piece by piece!
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