Living Oprah had something to say about the return of the traditional family dishes to the table after last year’s Oprah inspired feast.
I think what struck me most is the comment that LO made about plain old pumpkin pie being back on the menu. “While it wouldn’t have looked very impressive in the pages of Bon Appetit, or O magazine for that matter, on our modest table, it looked absolutely beautiful to my eyes. So sure, last year’s Thanksgiving table was photographable and lush, but I guess we’re a family with modest needs (or low standards).” The food may be simple on LO’s and my table, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything in the world. Because Thanksgiving isn’t about presenting a beautiful table worthy of a spread in a magazine. This holiday is about being with the ones you love and care about and the blessings that you have in your life.
This year’s Thanksgiving was the first big family-type holiday R and I have spent as a couple ever. His mom went up to see her sister in northeast Texas. And last year we went home so R could meet my family finally. Our first Thanksgiving was a blend of our families’ traditions. We had the stuffing that his mom makes, the cranberry relish that my mom makes, and the pumpkin pie with my sister’s secret ingredient. The turkey and the sweet potato casserole were mine. It wasn’t a fancy meal, but it was us blending our lives a little more and for that I am thankful.
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