Happy Thanksgiving Eve!

How glorious that I had today off! Last night was spent cleaning. Today I was in my mode--in the kitchen with an apron on, prepping for the big dinner tomorrow night. Daughters and I picked up our fresh "Turkey Tom" today at my favorite meat market--Kincaid's. It's like stepping back in time to a simpler way of living when you walk in there.

After an early afternoon Thanksgiving Eve nap, I spent the rest of my time in the kitchen. Apple and pumpkin pies, cinnamon ice cream, prep for the stuffing and sweet potato casserole.

Hubby-bubs is in charge of the turkey--he's doing a brine.

Tomorrow---we wake up in time to watch the parade and do last-minute prep. Then it's all about food, family and festivities--and football (Green Bay, baby)!

I'm grateful for my children, my Hubby-Bubs, my extended fam, my friends, my job, the opportunities I've had this year to expand my horizons, our home, food on our table, clothes on our backs, education for our children..and the beauty of waking up every day to a world in which we can choose to make a difference--big or small.

Blessings to all of you!