Thanksgiving Week 2013

We've decorated the house.

We've stocked the fridge.

We're getting ready to travel over the river and through the woods.

Here in Happily Ever Johnson Land, we're ready to welcome Thanksgiving!

I enjoy making a big deal over Thanksgiving as a family.  

What better way to prepare for Advent than to begin with grateful hearts?  

Here are a few of our plans to help make this week extra special, in a thankful sort of way.

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What we'll be making:

~Thankful Turkeys~

This is now a three year tradition in our family.  Each year they are a little different and always special.  E-Bear has already asked when we'll make our Thankful Turkeys and what they'll look like this year.  We'll see.....

~Pilgrim napkin rings~

A gift from MoMo, these cute napkin rings are from Paper Source and will be a fun addition to the Thanksgiving table.  The kids can't wait!

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What we'll be cooking:

I am so excited to contribute to Thanksgiving dinner!  Hopefully, we'll give J-Bear her first meal too.

~Southern Squash Casserole~

Just like Grandma Cookie used to make.

~Sweet Potato Casserole~

The Pioneer Woman recipe that can't be beat

~Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Bacon~

Brussels in bacon is a delicious combination

~Glazed carrots~

A technique that is so easy and so delicious.

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What we'll be reading:

~Bear Says Thanks, by Karma Wilson~

This is a sweet rhyming children's book, reminding us to be 

thankful for others and eager to give in return.

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving week!