How is Thanksgiving in 3 days?

TBG and I discussed the whole beef instead of or with turkey debate for Thanksgiving and I reminded him that we have always had turkey and we rarely eat it any other time of the year, so it was important and he agreed. I think the pot of Brunswick Stew was the key because he does love that.  Our menu this year will be turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, deviled eggs, cranberry sauce and cornbread dressing along with sweet potato pie.  All is now right in my world.

The week was busy but productive.  My dental appointment went well and I'm all good for another six months.  TBG got into the Orthopedic office to treat the SI joint that was bothering him for a good two or three weeks.  He isn't back to baseline, but I think he's on his way which is a relief to both of us. 

We ran our errands and stocked up on most things.  We also found this year's gingerbread creation.  Last year we made a gingerbread house for the first time, and we had so much fun we decided to make it a new tradition.  Culinary Adventures with Lori: My Weekly W's  This was last years and while not fabulous, it was cute and held together well.  This year TBG picked this one and I hope it isn't too much above our skill set but we will see.

This is only a three-day work week so of course I am looking forward to that.  Next weekend, we will make the house all cozy for Christmas with the decorations and tree.  One of my favorite things is to sit by the tree with all the other lights off and just enjoy the silence and the sparkling tree.  Confession...I usually don't start watching Christmas movies until after Thanksgiving, but I've been watching them all month and I am not sorry.  The season is too short and there are too many movies I want to see each year.

There are no appointments or commitments this week and I always love that then Saturday is the family Thanksgiving being held at my brothers this year.

This week we ate.

BIG salad x 2

Maine Red fish with rice and small salad

Lamb meatballs, pasta, salad - I used breadcrumbs, an egg and a cube of pesto I made this summer and they were delicious.

LO shredded beef on buns with au jus and "fries'

Chicken stir fry over rice

Tonight, we're having the leftover meatballs over fresh pasta and a salad.

Monday thru Wednesday this week will be light meals, but I haven't decided exactly what yet.  

Well, I am off to do a few things on my list and then I believe I'm going to take a short nap.  It's in the low 50's but gloomy which is a perfect excuse for one.

I hope everyone is doing well and enjoying their day. I will leave you with a picture of Binx in case you need a smile.