@sirgalahad, thank you so much! My daughter and son in love have to work. Except for Thanksgiving day. And the weekend, of course. But we wake up when Daughter comes down for coffee, and otherwise puttering around in the kitchen. So I decided to go ahead and start meal preparation early. I had planned to do it yesterday, but we had a big day.

First, Daughter and I went to the sonagram appointment and got to see baby girl's cute face. She was dancing and rolling all over the place, so we did not get the best picture. But it was wonderful to see her little nose, mouth, and fingertips. She looks a lot like her big brother.

Then we went home where Papa and I kept the six year old . Played and read with him. Then the whole crew went to see the movie The Grinch Who Stole Christmas. Fun for everyone. We came home after, and rested. Aww, I'm not gonna lie. I collapsed into a coma for hours. By the time I woke up it was time for the kids to come home from work. I had made a meatloaf and pasta with veggies for dinner. Husband decided to go get takeout for him and the 13 year old. Oy vey.

I tried not to take it personally. My food tasted delicious to me. Son in love had two helpings. Guess Hubster figured the 13 year would not consume my carefully prepared meal. Junk is much preferred.

Today there will be more homework, more playing and reading, and a little bit of television. Some therapeutic housecleaning, and maybe a shower for me! Later I will attempt the perfect dressing and squash casserole for the perfect people in my life.

I am Thankful for food, shelter, friends and family. I am glad I can call on the good people who come here for support and have a safe place to tell my stories. For you all to tell your stories. It is important to be heard, even if we cannot speak a word. For all of you out there, reading these words, Happy Thanksgiving. We are better together! Love you and hope to hear from you all very soon!

Mamacita