Giving Thanks

Thanksgiving this year was spent with my family, my brother, my sister, her girlfriend, my dad and his wife, Adrea. The meal consisted of:

• Turkey, stuffed with Mama Coleman's (Mike's Mom) recipe
• Creamed Spinach
• Mashed potatoes
• Gravy, from the drippings
• Cranberry relish (with orange zest)
• Sweet potatoes, candied
• Pumpkin pie
  
• Pumpkin cheesecake
• Apple pie
• Ice cream

It was close to thirty years since I have spent this holiday with my dad, my sister and my brother and there was no drama; Everyone was happy and grateful to spend some time with each other. Ten years ago, I would have never thought that my father would be back in my life. However, the strength that I possess now is due to the amazing friendships that embraced me when I felt I had no one. I will never forget how living in the in-law of Boynton Court would give me so many traditional memories. So many discussions and debates about relationships, men, women, true love and facing the point in your life when you have children...and you are questioning every decision you make and hope that you are doing the right thing. Thank you to the many meaningful friendships that I have met since Mike has come into my life, thank you to all those friendships (old and new) who helped me through my journey of DCIS, my journey of having children after thinking we could not have children, and for supporting me when I could not love myself. You have all made me a better person. Thank you and I love you all!