And of course, to the portion of the “Kansas family” that resides in New Hampshire….
\nI do understand the pleasure of a smaller gathering. There’s a lot to be said for smaller groups where you can hear the conversations around the table, and you have the chance to speak at length to everyone who is gathered for your celebration.
\nMy daughter-in-law does not do well in groups. Her horizon has been narrowing over the years and this Fall she told us that anything larger than four and she is uncomfortable. She and Dear Husband’s son have never celebrated Thanksgiving with us because my side of the family is so large. One day, we will have to pass the baton to someone else in my family, and hold a quiet celebration here, in the hope that she will be able to join us.
\nThe obvious benefits to smaller gatherings are less set-up, less to clean up. Elegante Mother has been with us since Thanksgiving, so I have not done the clean up that I might have started Friday morning. I still have serving spoons and some glass items to wash, and I need to put away the glasses. The floors and carpets need a lot of work!
\nI have finally discovered who in the family has folding chairs that we can borrow in the future. We rented twenty chairs for the day when we might have borrowed them, instead.
\nOn the other hand…..my house was filled with family, and I got to see family members I haven’t seen in a year, or six months. It’s wonderful to draw everyone together. I loved the laughter that rang through the house, and the hugs hello and goodbye.
\nSo, I understand what you’re saying to be about enjoying “simple,” and agree that simple is good. But for now, excess reigns in this household. *G*<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
And of course, to the portion of the “Kansas family” that resides in New Hampshire…. I do understand the pleasure of a smaller gathering. There’s a lot to be said for smaller groups where you can hear the conversations around … Continue reading