Last night, my son and I made homemade pumpkin pie (from an actual pumpkin!) and the most beautiful rolls. We brined the turkey and it's in the fridge...just waiting. The house smelled of homemade fresh bread as we closed our eyes and fell asleep. It was perfect.
Today, it is my hope to keep things relatively calm and enjoy every minute with my family. I have so much to be grateful for. In 3 1/2 yrs my daughter will be off to college with my son close behind. I cherish our time together. Parenthood is a truly remarkable journey of juxtapositions. We want our children to grow, while at the same time wishing for time to stand still. We desire clarity and calm, but tend to learn most during the mess and chaos. I want them to be safe, yet I need them to make mistakes, while I'm still nearby to help them...and when the mistakes, hopefully, won't be as dangerous and significant. And just as they are preparing to spread their wings, I too must focus on my life's next adventures.
I am so grateful for the Friends of the Cascade Park Library. Everyone welcomed me with open arms. It has become a community I can learn from, grow with, and belong, and that is truly something to be thankful for. We all have our differences, yet we share a strong desire to support our library which brings us together. That kinship should be celebrated.
So as you gather around our tables today to feast, please know how grateful I am for each of you. Thank you for welcoming me into your "family". It's an honor.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Today, it is my hope to keep things relatively calm and enjoy every minute with my family. I have so much to be grateful for. In 3 1/2 yrs my daughter will be off to college with my son close behind. I cherish our time together. Parenthood is a truly remarkable journey of juxtapositions. We want our children to grow, while at the same time wishing for time to stand still. We desire clarity and calm, but tend to learn most during the mess and chaos. I want them to be safe, yet I need them to make mistakes, while I'm still nearby to help them...and when the mistakes, hopefully, won't be as dangerous and significant. And just as they are preparing to spread their wings, I too must focus on my life's next adventures.
I am so grateful for the Friends of the Cascade Park Library. Everyone welcomed me with open arms. It has become a community I can learn from, grow with, and belong, and that is truly something to be thankful for. We all have our differences, yet we share a strong desire to support our library which brings us together. That kinship should be celebrated.
So as you gather around our tables today to feast, please know how grateful I am for each of you. Thank you for welcoming me into your "family". It's an honor.
Happy Thanksgiving!
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