The clueless little turkey is just outside the door...
The mantle is laden with bobbles and memories....
Pictures of my babies, angels from my childhood, and a framed picture of Laura's five year old hand print, masquerading as a turkey.
A wedding present vase, a small humming bird nest, and a kindergarten leaf print picture by Jeff. He's already here, flew in on Monday night, but I don't think he's noticed the picture.
(Hint for the day: If your children create a picture that you love, make a color copy on acid free paper. You will enjoy it for years, and additional copies can be shared with others.)
The table has just bare minimum decor; a full array of china and crystal, turkey and "fixins" will be upon it tomorrow.
And just for fun, Tom Turkey has been given a place of welcome as well, where he gobbles out silly phrases whenever anyone passes before him.(We forget he is there, and do a little jitter jump each and every time.)
A bit more shopping today, the temperatures are predicted to drop to a suitable chilly level, and Laura flies in tomorrow just in time for the Thanksgiving dinner.
While I know our Canadian friends, their T-day long since celebrated, are gearing up for Christmas (the North Pole is closer to Canada; Santa swings by there sooner than anywhere else so they must be on their toes to be ready), I want to say to all of my Americans friends who are finishing up pre-holiday details:
Isn't every detail something to be thankful for?
Isn't it wonderful to have a Season of Thanksgving?
6 comments:
The one thing I noticed the other day when we ventured down to the US of A was that all the Thanksgiving decor was on sale. This is a huge advantage. Having Thanksgiving up here we don't see any sale items until after the holiday.
Having said that . . .
I love love love your mantel. What a beautiful display of Thankfulness. I especially was touched by the handprint. I think your suggestion to safeguard these precious items is just such a wonderful suggestion.
I do hope you and yours have a wonderful fantastic time as a family and enjoy your chill in the air. How fitting.
I'd love to hear that turkey talk. Something you could record for our pleasure? A hidden camera perhaps?
Your decor looks so festive. I love it that you have framed your children's artwork. What a wonderful suggestion!
Happy Thanksgiving to you and Mr. B. and your family!
Love your festive decor. I find your home very warm and inviting. I'll be over....oh, say next month? I'm open in the new year too! *wink*
Very clever suggestion with the pictures. I'll file that idea back into the archives.
Happy Thanksgiving, my blogger friend.
Beautiful fall display! And wonderful thanksgiving tribute! Happy Thanksgiving, Jill! I will be thinking of you, and mentioning to God how I am thankful for you ~ imagine Him planning this blog friend! Between our Thanksgiving and yours, it really is a season!
Every detail. Yes. The decor is so special, beautiful and personal. I enjoyed enlarging the shots of your mantel and having a close look. Happy Thanksgiving.
Have a wonderful day, Jill!
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