Thanksgiving

We had five guests join us for turkey on Thursday, all of whom were present the last time we hosted Thanksgiving dinner in 2014.  I couldn't help but think of two men who were with us on that day but are now gone, Dave and Barry.  I'm thankful I knew each of them.  And although we no longer share the day with Grohs and Campbells, I think of Jim and miss him.  Joni, Sandy and Yvonne came with their parents for Jim's celebration a couple of weeks ago.

Yesterday I dried sheets at E's and kept James company.  He misses his people when they are away.  When I'm there watching the children, he more or less ignores me.  But this time he wrapped himself around my legs, presented his tummy for rubs, and followed me upstairs when I went to refill his food bowl.  His family returns tonight, I think.

Tonight we are having more supper guests, this time for a simple meal of turkey soup.  The carcass is still simmering in the crock pot, filling the house with a delicious aroma.  I will make a date cake as I do every year for Randy's birthday.  Yes, it's a couple of days late, but this way we can share with EKee tomorrow.