And if you don't know that iconic reference, go to You Tube and search for "WKRP Thanksgiving."
Ahh. Good times.
Well, I actually have the table set for Thanksgiving dinner. The most precious item on the table is the tablecloth. About 6 years ago, I bought a white tablecloth with a darker white leaf pattern on it, and some fabric pens. We use the tablecloth for holidays, and all of the guests (children included) are told to write a little something on it, then sign and date it. Really great memories, looking back at it. Here's from when The Princess was a baby. Here's the year Bo Peep was born. Here's when all of us were together.
I don't know what I'm going to write on it this year. I am beyond thankful. But also scared of what I'll feel when I look back (in future years) at what I write tomorrow. Hopefully, of course, I'll look back and say, "That was a bad year." Because if I do that, then it'll mean that the future years are better.
In any case, we can never know what tomorrow will bring. But I think that mine will include all the members of my little family, and both of my parents. It's just tomorrow. But I'll take it.
Oh wow, that WKRP episode was classic. I will never forget Les Nessman's commentary so similar to the one from the site of the Hindenberg disaster. I'm giggling right now!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cool tradition, writing on the tablecloth!
Wishing you all of the happiness this wonderful holiday can bring. I am coming to the realization that because of my son I have the gift of seeing even more blessings than the average gal would. Maybe you do, too.
Happy Thanksgiving! I hope your turkey is perfect.