It seems that 2005 is the only year that we've eaten by ourselves. In 2001, Eric, Kathy, and Barbara ate with us in Austin. In 2002, Eric and Kathy ate with us. Jose dined with us in 2003. In 2004, Bob & Judy and Mike & Letha came out to celebrate with us. In 2005, Josh & Sara were going to celebrate with us, but Josh's grandmother died, prompting a trip to New Jersey for them. In 2006, the clan came out to eat with us. So, we always cook. Just wouldn't be the same if we didn't.
This year we were able to host Matt and Rene for our feast. We also invited their dogs, Axis and Teela to join us. They are so tiny, especially compared to Mason. Mason spent the afternoon out on the porch and was moved into the laundry room when we noticed snowflakes falling outside. Yes, snow! If you were watching the Cowboys' game, you saw what was falling out here.
Axis and TeelaA few hours later, we were ready for dessert--both traditional (pumpkin pie) and non-traditional, but tasty. (I never did hear the official name of Matt's yummy dessert.)
Axis looking festive in her sweater.Dave loves Axis, but she doesn't want to have anything to do with him. He's got to learn to play it cool with her.
Matt browns sugar on top of banana slices.
Matt's delicious dessert. A home-made caramel sauce topped with the sugar-coated bananas, a scoop of vanilla ice cream and crystallized-sugar doodles. How fancy!So, as I reflect on things for which we are thankful: friends to share the holidays with, families who miss us but are understanding that we don't travel back, a warm home, too much food, and a life filled with endless ease.
I am glad your Thansgiving was good and that you had some to share with. As for the desert it looks yummy.I'll have to try that .I wonder if I can come up with a sugar free version?
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