Thanksgiving is over, "Courage" is at Disneyland, and Alabama slipped by Auburn in a thrilling rendition of the Iron Bowl. From all accounts, everyone here at the Center had a safe and fun Thanksgiving - with the exception of Nikki's husband...uber-man fell while retrieving the Christmas tree, but he's a tough guy, and we all hope he recovers quickly....he turned one of his ankles.
My trip was filled with fun and food, and despite the cliche' it really was filled with fun and food.
The menu for the Luker Thanksgiving included Ham, Saffron Rice Casserole, Green Beans, Something else that escapes my memory, and Lemon Ice Box Pie...my mom also likes to cook back-up desserts like Date-Rolls and Hummingbird Cake (which is not made with hummingbirds). It was all delicious. My mother does an amazing job around the holidays - she goes from feeding only my dad, to a whole horde of Luker-folk. I don't see how she holds it together, but she had some help form my sister Amanda...Penelope did not help, but she is a dog...she does help sweep the floor clean after meals, though.
It's now time to look towards Chrishannukwanzaadan. Hopefully, everyone you know will be celebrating some type of gift-giving holiday. Make sure you are on everyone's guest list, and make double-sure that you are not making a guest list...take a year off from throwing your own party.
A lot of folks around here have decided that the staff, food, and amenities of the Eastern 4-H Center are more than capable of throwing to gether a holiday feast, forage, or party. We still have some openings for holiday parties...think middle of the next couple of weeks. Prices range from about $14 - $25 per person...and you can pick from our menu options, or customize your own, if you dare. We will even provide festive decorations and a Christmas tree, complete with lights...Lee has stated that he will NOT be singing carols while diners partake...
The second split of the North Carolina Waterfowl season is about wrap - up...sportsmen and women should take full advantage of the full flight by: (1) buying a federal waterfowl stamp (this is the last year they will only be $15 dollars, thankfully) (2) Properly and safely equip your hunting friends, which hopefully includes a kid or three, and (3) finding a place that holds birds, harvest them, and then enjoy their taste...Gamey meats are traditional around the holidays, as they are rich in protein and go good with the seasonal vegetables like parsnip, collards, and pumpkin.
Enjoy the day...
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