This image was posted by my friend Cyndi on FB describing her pre-Thanksgiving panic. And I had the same sinking-gut feeling, too, when I realized that Thanksgiving is NEXT week. Bah! It really couldn't be!
And I had been feeling pretty smug with the whole Thanksgiving meal thing since I had already photographed this "Thanksgiving Feast with Miss Sophie" feature for our local newspaper two weeks ago. These photographs and recipes will be printed this coming Sunday, but since you are my super special friends, you get to peek early. But alas, pretty photos don't equal pretty food on the plates.
Despite the hours of planning, shopping, cooking, and cleaning the house for the big meal next week, it will be so worth it. Because when you are surrounded by your loving family and friends, they are what matters most in life. So let's take a big, deep breath and see how we can get through next week with smiles in our hearts and on our faces.
We have so much to be thankful for, don't we?
Here are some great recipes and helpful hints for your upcoming holiday feast:
Hehe, for some reason "The Scream" + Thanksgiving really cracks me up! This year I am especially thankful for family--living in Korea I treasure the rare visits to the USA all the more--and wouldn't you know, I get to spend this Thanksgiving with them after all! So thankful! Needless to say, I have NOT thought much about recipes yet myself, but that time will soon come.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photography, Kay! The styling and composition and colors make that meal look so inviting!
So glad to hear that you will be spending Thanksgiving with your family, Erica! Korea gets so cold this time of the year, I know you are welcoming the West Coast warm weather! Hugs!
DeleteI love your post! Especially the painting because it expresses how I feel too! I think it's a great idea to committing beforehand to try getting through the week with smiles on our faces and in our hearts and your links look great. I'm going to use this for sure!
ReplyDeleteI often fall into un-thankful mood so this is a good reminder for me, too! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving, Olive!
Deletegorgeous photos, Kay. does this really mean that you'll have cooked up TWO Thanksgiving meals this season?!?! those sweet potatoes look delectable. i think i'm fasting til Thursday... ;)
ReplyDeleteNo, did two pies for this shoot. That's why you are bringing pies for Thanksgiving! ;) Judy is bringing her sweet potatoes. I will savor this Thanksgiving with you, my BFF!
Deletei know a lot of people who would give an arm or leg to get to have Thanksgiving w/ The Church Cook. ;) i'm just giving thanks for the honor! ♥
DeleteWhat wonderful pictures and fantastic recipes!! You're getting me excited for the big day!
ReplyDeleteMary x
These photos are fantastic! I am getting hungry looking at all of this yummy food:-)
ReplyDeleteThanks for your visit, LV! Great to connect with you!
DeleteI found the perfect solution to those pre holiday panic attacks... do nothing :)
ReplyDeleteThis is the first year in a whole heap of'em that I'm not doing a damned thing for Thanksgiving. I seriously think I'm going to make a pot of mashed potatoes and plant myself in front of the tv all day.
I hope you and all the Pooler clan have a wonderful holiday this year!
Toby
Pot of mashed potatoes sounds like a great idea! That's all we need, seriously! You have a wonderful Thanksgiving, too, Toby!
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