Happy Thanksgiving

We had a small get together for Thanksgiving this year. We were hoping that some of Jacobs family might make it out but they were unable. Since it was planned that I would cook and the food was all bought we went ahead with our plans of having Thanksgiving at our house. We missed seeing my brother, his family and his wife's extended family; we always have so much fun with everyone! Nadia always loves to see all the kids, so I did feel like she got a little gypped in that department. She loved having Oma and Opa over to her house and showing them all of her toys, tricks and dancing. She just brightens our day more and more the older she gets. She is just a little lady now. Saying full sentences, using logic, it all amazes me!

I prepared our turkey in a brine the night before so the turkey was so moist and tender. Thankfully over the years I have learned how to properly make a juicy turkey. I do not like handling raw poultry though, gives me the heebie jeebies! So it was a bit of mind over matter while preparing it all. I made my moms stuffing with hot sausage, that never gets wasted, EVER! Sweet potatoes, Garlic and feta mashed potatoes, steamed sesame green beans and a double layer pumpkin cheesecake. I had my parents come over early to munch on the deviled eggs and spinach artichoke dip. All in all, there was a TON of food and we had a great time. Oh! I also found a couple new favorite sweet red wines for myself, yum!

Nadia had a holiday dress that came with a matching baby dress. This is what she choose to wear for Thanksgiving. Sadly, we didn't get any photos as a family. I will post what I was able to get.