Vann usually gave me flowers on our anniversary, so my daughter Andy continued the tradition for him--red roses and those pink flowers that I love and can never remember what they're called.
Andy and I had planned to go out for Thanksgiving lunch, then see a movie. Who knew all the movies we wanted to see would be sold out and that the only restaurant in the whole city of Birmingham that we could find open would be Cracker Barrel? Now, we like Cracker Barrel and would have been happy to take out Thanksgiving Day repast there. But when we saw the crowd, we almost lost our appetites. There was a line to get in line to get a number to get a table. We would have still been waiting.
But thank God for Wal-Mart, we did not go hungry nor unentertained. While I gathered supplies for lunch (rotisserie chicken, pasta salad, stove top stuffing, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin cake) Andy perused the movie offerings in the Red Box and found a couple that looked interesting.
Back home, we chowed down and watched "Angels and Demons" and "Last Chance Harvey," two excellent movies. It was a wonderful Thanksgiving. Sophie snuggled up beside me on the sofa during the movies, and we all knew Vann was right there with us adding to the warmth and love. While I know the grandmothers would cringe at the thought of their offspring eating Stove Top Stuffing on Thanksgiving Day, we rather enjoyed it. Pile enough cranberry sauce on it, and you almost think it's Granny Wright's dressing. (Not really, Irene; I jest.)
I did not get up at 4:00 a.m. this morning to fight the crowds at the malls for a 20% discount, and I never will. In fact, I've taken the "Buy Nothing" pledge today. I'm staying out of stores.
This morning got off to an excellent start when my neighbor Mary Jane and her doggie Millie stopped by with a piece of her delicious apple sauce cake. Along with a cup of coffee, it made an outstanding breakfast.
Today I'm going for a haircut (much needed), then this afternoon Andy, Sophie, and I are going to watch The Iron Bowl. That's the annual football game rivalry between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Auburn Tigers. Being dyed-in-the-wool Bama fans, we're pulling for the Tide. But no matter how the season has gone so far, this game is never a done deal. It should be very interesting. Of course, Bama is #2 (I think) and going to the SEC championship game with Florida; but that all just means that Auburn will fight that much harder to clean their plow.
I hope all of you are full and happy from you Turkey Day doings. Thank you all for your comments, thoughts, and prayers for me. I am blessed in many ways, among them the fact that I have all of you for friends.
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On 11/27/2009, Molly said ...
Glad you managed to save the day with Walmart!!LOL Did you see the Texas/A&M game? Wowza!! I'm now a Longhorn fan, except when they play OU.
I'm doing the Buy Nothing thing too except Mark needs undershirts so we'll be going out to get those. And, his employer put him on their Sam's Club acct so we'll go there to get cat litter, lol. That's just our regular shopping though. I imagine we'll watch plenty of football once we're back home.
On 11/27/2009, Thearica Burroughs said ...
I have never went shopping on this day and vow never to either. My baby sister thinks she has to go every year and so does my youngest daughter. I hate those crowds..all the shoving and pushing...grrr
This year finds my baby sister out of the stores for once...When you are watching the game today look in the 3rd row up from the field on Auburns side at the 50 yard line...My 2 sisters, brother in law and nephew will be there watching the game in person for the first time ever! I think they will be the ones with blue and orange hair. hehehe My baby sister had that in store for my oldest sister...I wonder if she got her to do it..Oh well, we shall see in a few hours. LOL
ROLL TIDE!!!
On 11/27/2009, Laurie said ...
Alstromeria.
They are beautiful -- what a thoughtful gift! You are blessed.
We had a delicious meal and we, too, are staying home and out of the shops today! I'll be shopping online, though. It is a beautiful, sunny day and I think we're going to do some outside holiday decorating.
On 11/27/2009, Tina said ...
The little pink flowers are one of my favorites as well. They are called Astromelias (spelling???) They come in many different colors which is one of the reasons I like them so much.
Roll Tide!!
On 11/27/2009, Rae Ann said ...
The flowers are a beautiful gift. I love the way that you made the best out of everything and had a wonderful Thanksgiving day, being with those you love. Have a great Black Friday getting something done. That is exactly what I an going to do....stay home and get alot done! Enjoy your ball game and I hope your team wins!
On 11/27/2009, Christi said ...
Hi Susan! I'm all the way in California but will be rooting for your Bama team today! Your pictures yesterday were so lovely, thank you for sharing...my prayers were with you and I'm always inspired by your grace.
I walked the dog early this morning and there wasn't a car or person out! They must be at the malls!
On 11/27/2009, Barbara Anne said ...
Staying home from the stores, here, too. About a decade ago, I actually got up to be at the store at 6am on Black Friday to buy a necklace for my mother. I was home by 6:40 am and back in bed soon thereafter. Imagine my chagrin when that same necklace was at the same sale price all day every day for the next three weeks!! Never again!!
The flowers are lovely and bless Andy's heart for remembering and continuing the tradition. Sweet!
I love your cheery polka-dot dishes!
Roll Tide!!!!!!!!!!!
Hugs!
On 11/27/2009, Beverly said ...
It sounds like the two of you created just the kind of Thanksgiving Day you needed this year. Susan, you are doing so good.
That was thoughtful of your neighbor. There's nothing like a tasty treat with your morning coffee.
On 11/27/2009, Debra Spincic said ...
There you go! You made a new tradition and are forging new paths. We didn't have any leftovers either so it was hambrugers and onion rings for our lunch today. Watched Angels and Demons last night too and then about a quarter of the way into it, I realized I had already seen it (and I know it was with Wes although he swore he had not seen it before).
On 11/27/2009, Donna said ...
My Thanksgiving was about like yours...low key! I am not shopping today either.
I am a Bama fan too! Roll Tide.
Blessings
On 11/27/2009, Jackie said ...
Glad to hear you had a nice Thanksgiving spent with your daughter. And, how sweet of her to make sure you had your anniversary flowers!
Our Tide squeaked it out--what a nail biter! A little too close for comfort!
I know I don't comment too often but I wanted to let you know how much I enjoy reading your blog. I have been LOVING your rabbit blocks!
On 11/27/2009, Ruth Landon said ...
So happy that your day went well, even though your well layed plans did not work. You and Andy made the best of your day and enjoyed it . A new tradition is born!
Ruth
On 11/27/2009, quiltmom said ...
The astrameria are really lovely and keep for a fairly long time. They also have a very nice fragrance. It sounds like a pleasant day for you-
We have a shopping day the day after Christmas called Boxing Day ( It also happens to our Wedding Anniversary - December 26th and will be our 29th anniversary this year) Anyway there are major sales that people line up for to get the best bargains of the year. I am not a crowd person so I have never lined for them but some of my siblings enjoy getting a bargain or two on that day.
Hope you are having a nice day with friends.
Warmest regards,
Anna
On 11/27/2009, valerie said ...
I loved what you did when your plans fell through. You can always depend on Walmart! That sounds like it was a special day. I am with you on the no shopping on Black Friday. To be honest, I don't need anything. And I sure would not fight that crowd for anything. I did it one time years ago and that did it for me.
On 11/28/2009, Flowers said ...
Nice blog. Flowers are great representations of feelings, emotions, and characteristics that can bring a special touch to your anniversary.
On 11/28/2009, mandy Storey said ...
Hi, been thinking of you this past week with thanksgiving comming up...I'm pleased to know your daughter was with you...a double wammy this year anniversary as well as thanksgiving..
I have cleaned out the clothes in Greg's wardrobe but I have them all folded in his drawers as I can't part with them yet....
Mandy
On 11/28/2009, Carol said ...
And a new holiday tradition is born! Glad you had a nice day...a day spent with family is always a wonderful day. No shopping for me either!
On 11/28/2009, Debbie said ...
Roll Tide Roll! Auburn was all over Ingram. I'm kinda glad because I'm sure Florida has figured that out also and Bama needed to be prepared for it.
Love the flowers...that was so sweet. And like you (for the first time!) didn't do the Black Friday thing...moving to the country put a kink in it...I didn't want to get up at 3 am to drive into town!
On 11/28/2009, Trudy Neill of Windemere Farm said ...
Happy to know your holiday went well....a little stove top dressing never did anyone in yet! Enjoy your weekend and the game!
Trudy
On 11/29/2009, Kai said ...
Count me among Black Friday's absentee shoppers! I don't consider myself a shopper ANYWAY (with the exception of bookstores & craft stores) and in crowds? NEVER! I think you and Andy may have established a new tradition - one you can fall back on ANYTIME plans go awry! I hope you felt yourself included in OUR Thanksgiving (and EVERYDAY) blessings, my friend! I love you!
On 11/29/2009, ruby said ...
Lovely roses, I really love yellow roses best.
On 11/30/2009, Patti Koosed said ...
Sounds like a perfect day to me.
It is so nice to hear you say that Vann was right there with you. You are an amazing women Susan.
Stove Top Dressing is not so bad.
Hugs
Patti
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