Thanksgiving Gobble Fest

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My brother Bob and Beth began having a big family gathering the weekend before or after Thanksgiving when their children got married. It was a wonderful solution that kept young families from having to go to two big dinners on one day in order to see the relatives. This year Rick and Myra offered to have the dinner at Woodside, his ancestral home.

Niece Julie took two photos of most of the older set as we ate. Age-wise, Lise belonged with younger people, but health-wise she belonged to us. She is having a hip replaced next month.

Rick did a show that delighted all of us, especially his great niece. Probably because my camera caught most of it, this was my favorite trick.

After most of the guests left, we went out to the event barn. I had never seen it – a real barn with the upper level remodeled for parties, weddings, and dancing. This video shows the enthusiasm of grandson Nathaniel and his Sarah.

The most appropriate video shows Rick pulling scarves out of an oatmeal box with Lucy’s help. It started with an empty oatmeal box without top or bottom. Lucy helped Rick cover both ends with paper, sealed with bands.

Happy Thanksgiving to all of you!

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Published by Anne Mehrling

I'm a retiree who loves to write about life in the mountains of North Carolina.

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  7. Your blog continues to bring home the idea that family gathered together are a welcome break from all the strife around us. It gives real meaning to Thanksgiving and reminds us that Love is still the most teasured gift of all. Massive Hugs to you all and good luck with the hip replacement for Lise. I wish her a quick and painless recovery.

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  13. That’s a great idea having two celebrations so non-stop turkey eating and bopping from one spot to another doesn’t take up all of Thanksgiving Day. That was a cute video of Nathaniel and Sarah dancing.

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