Well I digress. I started Thanksgiving Day off right, with a cup of Starbuck’s Christmas Blend while watching the Macy’s Day Parade. That part of the morning did not last long. Once Stevie turned on football there was little else in the world that mattered to him. The crazy part is that I loved the cooking storm I created, mostly because it was storm-free! It was such a peaceful, fun and creative process for me. I (proudly) cooked the following:
Sweet
Potato Soufflé (the first batch was chronicled here)
I was a regular Betty
Crocker (I would like to think of myself as Giada, but I don’t look that hot
while I cook.) We packed up the food and drove 3 minutes down the road to dear
Troy and Carrie’s place (they are officially our Cambridge family.) They hosted
a crowd of 10, and the 4 of us were the only Americans. AND we were the only
ones who have ever celebrated Thanksgiving. The rest of the crowd was from
Malaysia, Germany and Brazil. It was so interesting being with amazing people
from all over the world and coming together to celebrate this holiday of
gratitude. Troy and Carrie set a gorgeous table of fanciness AND they cooked
the turkey (it was ridiculously impressive.) The four of us ended the night
curling up on our couch enjoying mugs of rum apple cider (my own little
concoction!)
Weekend Takeaway
Though it was truly
bittersweet missing out on family traditions, it was a merry time indeed. As I
think forward to next year, I know that we will be living in a different state
(location unknown), potentially celebrating with different people in a new way,
so this was a nice way to commemorate our time here in Cambridge. This
Thanksgiving was cozy, warm and marked by lots of sleep. Much to be thankful
for.
Your Thanksgiving looks wonderful and delicious! I love all the little touches, great photography!
ReplyDeletehow fancy! ummm...i want that top you have on...
ReplyDeleteYou are adorable and I miss you like crazy!
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