Thanksgiving 2017 Are You looking Forward To It?

[RadishRose]

No, I’m dreading the upcoming holidays, this is probably our last holiday with my husband (he has Mesothelioma). He’s suffering from the effects of Chemo, but, I will put a smile on my face, cook all day, politely listen to people’s ‘advice’ on how ‘they’ would handle all this so much different and better than I, and never let anyone see me shed a tear.

(((((Debbie ))))))

 

[hearlady]

No, I’m dreading the upcoming holidays, this is probably our last holiday with my husband (he has Mesothelioma). He’s suffering from the effects of Chemo, but, I will put a smile on my face, cook all day, politely listen to people’s ‘advice’ on how ‘they’ would handle all this so much different and better than I, and never let anyone see me shed a tear.

Sorry Debbie....

 

[Marie5656]

 

[Marie5656]

I put butter under the skin. And rub some up inside the bird before stuffing it. I rinse out the inside..because my mom did, no other reason. I hear a lot about brining the turkey. What does it do

 

[RadishRose]

I put butter under the skin. And rub some up inside the bird before stuffing it. I rinse out the inside..because my mom did, no other reason. I hear a lot about brining the turkey. What does it do

It's supposed to make the turkey more tender and juicy. I've never tried it.

The lady in the video left the turkey in the fridge un-wrapped so the skin dried out, said crispier skin, but she did shove butter under the skin. I do the butter, but never let the skin dry in the fridge. Interesting vid. I may try it.

 

[Kaya]

In response to the OP:

Not really. A lot has changed since the last time I was here at SF. And not good, either. However, on Turkey Day, I will attempt to find something to be thankful for even if it's something small and mundane. And, no turkey either. Just cornish hens.

 

[DaveA]

I do enjoy the Holiday and entered a thread under Family/relationships.

Debbie - -my heart goes out to you. Holidays are truly enjoyable for most of our lives but when we are caught up in distressful times, they can bring on unimaginable sadness. You are fighting the good fight" and I admire you for it.

 

[Lara]

Debbie, when they tell you how to handle things, remember that you are wise, strong, kind and beautiful. No one knows better how to handle this than you because you are there with him more than they are. May you be surrounded with love. Look up at the sky, say a little prayer of gratitude for the good things, and stay focused. You'll be okay :love_heart:

Good turkey video. It looked a little dry to me but sure looked pretty when it was all plated. Happy Thanksgiving.

 

[Getyoung]

Hello USA! I am from Canada and I would like to wish all of you a wonderful and happy Thanksgiving! There really is so much to be thankful for and I hope that you are able to enjoy this time with family and friends. After tomorrow the next big feast is a month away.....so indulge!

 

[Lara]

Thank you CANADA and Getyoung! Yes, so much to be thankful for.