It all went off well and I was very , well, thankful. :) The turkey turned out great as well as the ham (which I used "orange chicken" sauce on). We had just about the right amount of food. And it all turned out pretty tasty. Even my 22 year old bachelor brother's green bean casserole; all FOUR pans of it. :) I had a good time too, I hope everyone else did. And I didn't over eat! Wasn't really even tempted to. I filled up on squash and cranberries and just had a taste of everything else that really looked good. Even the chips and dip; only a taste. Had a piece or so of pumpkin dessert, but that was planned on and thoroughly enjoyed.
I also gave a little "sermon-ette" about gratitude and what I've been learning lately and included the gospel in there. Then I had them start little journals writing down 5 things they were thankful for and challenging them to keep it up every day. I don't know how that all went over, but some of them liked it they said, and I was thankful for the courage to go through with it.
All in all, a very satisfying day. I don't know if I've ever enjoyed Thanksgiving that much. And Mike said it was one of his best Thanksgiving meals ever, so that's saying something too! I'll post some pictures in a bit.
Oh yeah...my title..that's referring to the odd assortment of people we had there yesterday: Mom and I were talking about just what family looks like and how, 5 years ago, we never would've imagined that this would be what a family gathering might look like. Some parent-less, some spouse-less; some old and sick, some young and healthy; some related by blood, some related by marriage, and some related by acquaintance. Quite the group. I hope it wasn't too awkward for anyone. I know I would like to do it again; I like welcoming everyone and not having it a "blood family" exclusive holiday.
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