THANKSGIVING 2019

Well, perhaps it was very selfish of me, but I had the best Thanksgiving in 74 years. I didn’t have to go anywhere and I didn’t have to entertain anyone. Perhaps my sons felt abandoned, but it was just something I simply needed to do for myself.

I bought what had to be the most expensive turkey I’ve ever purchased. It was very small, but I wanted to have only the things I like about Thanksgiving dinner the most. So, I had a baked turkey, dressing, gravy, cranberry sauce and dill pickles. I ate one entire leg all by myself…okay, it wasn't all that big and the doggies got a few bites. I had turkey sandwiches for a couple of days and then cleaned the little turkey and made Turkey Tortilla Soup for myself. I still had enough breast for one more sandwich. Also think this is the first time ever I’ve managed to do away with an entire turkey without putting some in the freezer. And, okay, I did toss the carcass, but I’ve never ever liked turkey soup, no matter the recipe. 

          The doggies and I curled up on the couch together; and over the course of the day, I binge-watched a program I’d been wanting to watch for months. I did take time to call my sons and their families and wish them all a Happy Thanksgiving, so, I hope I’m forgiven for not joining their families for dinner or dessert. 

          I simply needed this day all to myself.