CHAT Not in the Thanksgiving Mood this Year

Squib

Squib

Veteran Member
Well, yeah, me too, but I rarely have the luxury of going with my moods...

Its kept me out of jail!

But I know we’re all blessed more than we deserve, so I am thankful for everything...

Especially knowing we most likely will be entering some lean, tough years ahead!
 
SouthernBreeze

SouthernBreeze

Has No Life - Lives on TB
packyderms_wife said:
Maybe things will change by tomorrow but I'm just not in the mood for thanksgiving this year. Anyone else finding themselves in a glum mood? Of course it doesn't help that it's been cloudy here for the past four days.
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I'm always thankful throughout the year, but I'm not in the festive spirit this year, either. Still, we'll be having guests over for a meal tomorrow. I'm thinking, right now, that Christmas won't be any different.
 
Dennis Olson

Dennis Olson

Chief Curmudgeon
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Samey-same for me. Don’t care. Will do my annual Cornish hen (baby chicken) in a stainless doggy dish, with stuffing and mash. I have a few fresh green beans too, and a half key lime pie left in the freezer. That’s it. Just me and the dogs.
 
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Dozdoats

On TB every waking moment
Sorry to hear that. Wish I could cheer you up.

As there has been since we moved Over The Mountain :D, there will just be the three of us for Thanksgiving this year. Limited menu, no need for a huge feed for just three. We will do turkey and cornbread dressing (already made the dressing and will cook a couple of turkey tenderloins, not a whole bird), just got the fresh cranberry sauce into the fridge to set up. Will do sweet potato casserole and butterbeans (frozen) tomorrow.

And we will count our blessings!
 
packyderms_wife

packyderms_wife

Neither here nor there.
Dozdoats said:
Sorry to hear that. Wish I could cheer you up.

As there has been since we moved Over The Mountain :D, there will just be the three of us for Thanksgiving this year. Limited menu, no need for a huge feed for just three. We will do turkey and cornbread dressing (already made the dressing and will cook a couple of turkey tenderloins, not a whole bird), just got the fresh cranberry sauce into the fridge to set up. Will do sweet potato casserole and butterbeans (frozen) tomorrow.

And we will count our blessings!
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I think I'm going to change our menu this year, I had a bunch of stuff planned but just don't feel like doing any of it beyond the smoked turkey, dressing, and cranberry sauce. I think some of it is due to my dad having passed last February so now it's very real that there won't be any more family thanksgivings.
 
Blacknarwhal

Blacknarwhal

Let's Go Brandon!
Mom and Dad mostly called off Thanksgiving this year. Between my mostly-healed chest cold (and the ridiculous laundry list of vague symptoms of COVID) and my aunt's ill-timed and ill-advised trip from Michigan to Alabama, it just didn't seem the kind of thing they wanted to risk.

Can't blame them; they're 70. They're high-risk for this sort of thing. Still though, they fixed up dinner like they usually would and are planning to ferry plates around the countryside tomorrow. We see each other often enough throughout the year that such an arrangement will do just fine this year.

Still, I have much to be thankful for; the best job I've ever had, four solid days of rest, a vanishing illness, terrific food--you ever put a slice of turkey in a pot of canned minestrone? Aces. Absolutely aces.--and the Good Lord to get me through. Praise God!
 
Meemur

Meemur

Voice on the Prairie / FJB!
Packy and anyone feeling blue: If you have any funny DVDs or something in print that makes you laugh, maybe try a few minutes of laughter therapy. I've been trying to do that for a few minutes each evening. I think it's helping, plus I've cut my news consumption drastically.
 
Jubilee on Earth

Jubilee on Earth

Veteran Member
I was starting to feel that way and had a total pity party for myself a few days ago. Then I gave myself a talking to. I LOVE the holidays, and no one is going to take that away from me. I have a lot to be thankful for. I put on Christmas carols and put up the tree and decorations last night while I sang. I feel so much better. I’m going to enjoy the day tomorrow, and am grateful for the long weekend off of work. I hope that if nothing else, those who are down feel peace. God is in control of all things!!
 
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vestige

Deceased
Dennis Olson said:
Samey-same for me. Don’t care. Will do my annual Cornish hen (baby chicken) in a stainless doggy dish, with stuffing and mash. I have a few fresh green beans too, and a half key lime pie left in the freezer. That’s it. Just me and the dogs.
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Same same for me and momma.

Enjoy time with your loved ones. If they happen to be canine..
So be it


Momma and I just took a walk with canine baby.

I am a lucky old man


(And still viable for some things believe it or not)

Bless you and all who read this
 
SouthernBreeze

SouthernBreeze

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packyderms_wife said:
I think I'm going to change our menu this year, I had a bunch of stuff planned but just don't feel like doing any of it beyond the smoked turkey, dressing, and cranberry sauce. I think some of it is due to my dad having passed last February so now it's very real that there won't be any more family thanksgivings.
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I know what ya mean, Packy. With so many family members dying in the past few weeks (one was buried today), I'm just not in the mood to cook. I delegated most of the food that will be served to the other guests who will be attending. This is the first year I have not cooked the turkey. My DDIL is doing it. Since I have canned garden veggies, I'm making those, but everyone else is doing the rest.
 
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frazbo

Veteran Member
By the grace of God, me and mine will be transporting ourselves over to the best, closest (30 miles) restaurant for a sit down. When I made my reservation a month a go, I asked if there were any protocols we needed to follow...their house, their rules...she said the only thing changed would be that they had servers at the buffet this year and they would be putting the food on our plates instead of everybody touching the serving spoons over and over...that's the only thing different.

Prayers for those of you who have lost loved ones, my dad is 94 this year and we may not have him next year, so we went all out for his favorite place...so I'm cherishing every day with him.

Blessings to all, where ever you are and whoever you're with.
 
Cardinal

Cardinal

Chickministrator
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Pouring rain here, but I am very thankful for all my blessings.
Will have dinner with friends tomorrow, got a possible job in the pipeline, got my unemployment check today so loaded up on pet food.
Have already watched all my Christmas movies so will be stalking the internet for others.
Playing Christmas music.
Keeping all of you in my prayers for God's Blessings!
 
Haybails

Haybails

When In Doubt, Throttle Out!
I'm not trying to be snide or make lite of your mood or feelings . . . just trying to help with some top-of-the-mind brain storming. Things for which to be thankful:
  1. Family (doesn't matter if they're near, far, or even alive)
  2. Friends
  3. Food
  4. Air
  5. Life
  6. Sunshine
  7. Creator/Lord (however your worship)
  8. Today
  9. Yesterday
  10. Your age (if you're old, be thankful for still being here - if you're young, thankful for youth)
  11. Living at this point in human history
  12. All you've learned in your life
  13. Snow (if you're in that climate)
  14. No Snow (if you're in that climate ;) )
  15. Books
  16. Music (which ever genre you enjoy)
  17. TB2K :)
  18. The fact that you are somehow 'online' and can read this list via technology
  19. You've lived in multiple centuries
  20. A starry sky at night
Again, just trying to throw some ideas your way. (my family calls me the "Glass is overflowing" optimist - LOL)


HB
 
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Dozdoats

On TB every waking moment
there won't be any more family thanksgivings.

It is hard not to be nostalgic thinking back on years gone by, but let the dead past bury its dead. All you can control is your reaction - make up your mind to just be happy and enjoy the holiday. Don't let the politicovid crap get you down.
 
WildDaisy

WildDaisy

God has a plan, Trust it!
I wouldnt say I am in a glum mood, more of a nostalgic mood. Obviously, I am deeply aware that this may be the last semi-happy holiday for some time to come. Something tells me next year will be very different than this year. So trying to make it meaningful this year. Not with stuff, but with content.

Trying to put deep focus on the true meaning of the holidays.

We are calling it our 'Norman Rockwell" Thanksgiving and Christmas. "Freedom from Want" - we have all we NEED.
 
Hawke

Hawke

Veteran Member
It definitely doesn't feel like Thanksgiving. I'm really not in the mood to do anything family- wise. Haven't even heard from family yet as to whether there's going to be the get-together this year. I'm assuming there won't be one. This year, it's looking like it'll just be my wife and me, and her brother who lives in town.
 
Blacknarwhal

Blacknarwhal

Let's Go Brandon!
Meemur said:
Packy and anyone feeling blue: If you have any funny DVDs or something in print that makes you laugh, maybe try a few minutes of laughter therapy. I've been trying to do that for a few minutes each evening. I think it's helping, plus I've cut my news consumption drastically.
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Oh, this all over. A merry heart doeth good like a medicine; get yourself laughing and you'll do a lot better.
 
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coloradohermit

Veteran Member
I have a lot to be thankful for and one of those things is that I don't have to do a traditional thanksgiving anymore with DH gone. I'll be going to friends' house for bbq kielbasa and coleslaw. I'm bringing desert and that's already made. Time with them and their 4 big dogs will be an ideal day for me.
 
Millwright

Millwright

Knuckle Dragger
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Dennis Olson said:
Samey-same for me. Don’t care. Will do my annual Cornish hen (baby chicken) in a stainless doggy dish, with stuffing and mash. I have a few fresh green beans too, and a half key lime pie left in the freezer. That’s it. Just me and the dogs.
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Well, let me put a little bright spot in your future.

I might get by there Friday, schedule permitting.


That aughta thrill ya'.
 
Red Baron

Red Baron

Paleo-Conservative
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packyderms_wife said:
Maybe things will change by tomorrow but I'm just not in the mood for thanksgiving this year. Anyone else finding themselves in a glum mood? Of course it doesn't help that it's been cloudy here for the past four days.
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I finally gave up making Thanksgiving dinner this year. Especially without Frau Baron around, it is just too much of a physical and mental chore now. Which is a real shame because I used to love cooking and trying new recipes.

DD has been very understanding and helpful.

This year she is going to come over and make her grandmother's classic herbed pot roast. It is DD's favorite and I taught her how to make it. Plus, it is a nice change from that big ole bird. A few years ago I started just making a fresh turkey breast so I didn't have to deal with that massive boney carcass afterwards.
 
Shooter

Shooter

Veteran Member
watching the Penn, hearings with Rudy sticking them with questions they couldnt answer, im in a god mood.

going to my daughters tomorrow, 2 miles from me, gonna have turkey and mashed potatoes, lots of gravey and cranberry sause. YUP.

we might watch FAT MAN later ,
 
kyrsyan

kyrsyan

Has No Life - Lives on TB
I'm not in a people or big family mood. But then we are all using Zoom to have a big old hangout on Friday. And traveling to visit other family is a 4 hour drive that I'm not up to. Neither is he. Add to that, one family member has been very ill for the last two weeks, not Covid. And the other family is much more relaxed in their precautions than I am because of my son.
But at home, for my son and I? I'm actually doing more than I've done in years and enjoying it. I'm looking forward to a lazy day with lots of yummy dishes that we both enjoy.
 
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fish hook

Deceased
Jubilee on Earth said:
I was starting to feel that way and had a total pity party for myself a few days ago. Then I gave myself a talking to. I LOVE the holidays, and no one is going to take that away from me. I have a lot to be thankful for. I put on Christmas carols and put up the tree and decorations last night while I sang. I feel so much better. I’m going to enjoy the day tomorrow, and am grateful for the long weekend off of work. I hope that if nothing else, those who are down feel peace. God is in control of all things!!
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It is quite acceptable to get on your pity pot occasionally,just remember to flush when you get up.
 
Grouchy Granny

Grouchy Granny

Deceased
Pretty much in the same mood here. Got mom and my sister buried last weekend. Brother from Seattle is still here, but don't want him at my house so we're doing a door-dash to my other brothers with dinner. Oldest son said they just aren't doing it this year either - they are doing take out pizza.

Friend from Greeley CO is coming down, so it will be him, my son, grandson and myself for dinner.

Got all the preps done today, tomorrow is turkey roasting day with chestnut oyster stuffing/dressing (in the crockpot), smashed gravy, rolls and a green salad.

Just not really feeling it this year and Christmas is going to be worse.
 
Blacknarwhal

Blacknarwhal

Let's Go Brandon!
Shooter said:
watching the Penn, hearings with Rudy sticking them with questions they couldnt answer, im in a god mood.

going to my daughters tomorrow, 2 miles from me, gonna have turkey and mashed potatoes, lots of gravey and cranberry sause. YUP.

we might watch FAT MAN later ,
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That new Mel Gibson? That looks like a wild ride.
 
Kathy in FL

Kathy in FL

Administrator
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Can it be a struggle to find the joy for the holidays? Sometimes. But don't let the bâtards win even a single battle more than they already have. Don't let those that would suck your joy away get even one drop. That's what they want. Well they can shovel coal for Beezlebub's engine before I give that to them.

I will enjoy what days remain with my family that is still this side of the cemetery sod.
I will set the example I know I am supposed to set.
I will use my joy as armor against those that would try and take our life and livelihood.

But mostly I can find joy in things that my enemies seem unable to see or understand. And I will do it for as long as I am on this earth because what comes after is going to be worth it.
 
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vestige

Deceased
Kathy in FL said:
Can it be a struggle to find the joy for the holidays? Sometimes. But don't let the bâtards win even a single battle more than they already have. Don't let those that would suck your joy away get even one drop. That's what they want. Well they can shovel coal for Beezlebub's engine before I give that to them.

I will enjoy what days remain with my family that is still this side of the cemetery sod.
I will set the example I know I am supposed to set.
I will use my joy as armor against those that would try and take our life and livelihood.

But mostly I can find joy in things that my enemies seem unable to see or understand. And I will do it for as long as I am on this earth because what comes after is going to be worth it.
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Good post .I assume you are femalel.

My wife and I will raise holy ****ing hell hell when the time is right


I am.in an uncomfortable position


I hope you understand
 
et2

et2

Has No Life - Lives on TB
I’m thankful. Still breathing, wife is doing ok despite struggling with CLL. Finances really took a hit this year, made a lot of changes to accommodate. Still managed to prep and get ready for the next attack. Came thru having CV19 (Chinese bio attack) ok. I have a roof over my head and food to eat.

Still have a job. Still able to pay bills and keep head above water. Thankful the enemy is exposing themselves. Thankful I have time to get ready. Thankful I can come here to get the real news and great comradery. Thankful we’ve had Trump for 4 years.

No turkey this year ... pot roast
 
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fish hook

Deceased
We should have a spirit of thanksgiving at all times.If we would spend more time counting our blessings,than counting our troubles we would have a happier life.We can't always control what happens,but we CAN control how we react to it.Happiness is a choice,make it.
 
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