November 23rd, 2005
The holidays are a lot more fun when you have a big family. What really makes it perfect is having a wide range of personalities from all the different age groups. Variety is key, and that means inviting even the obnoxious ones. That’s what really sets you up for some fun.
Our family used to be like that. Huge, unmanageable, and fantastic. But, since the eldest generation started passing on, everyone splintered off. Personally, I think it’s a crock of shit. We’d all still be together, were it not for the baby boomers a generation ahead. They’re stubborn, self-absorbed, and can’t seem to get along.
Believe me, I’ve tried. A few years ago I hosted Thanksgiving for seven in our tiny hovel. Managed to make it an opulent affair even… But underneath the show was nothing but misery. Despite my best efforts, nobody loosened up. My parents’ generation is more of a downer than the quaaludes they dropped in the sixties.
It’s a bummer, because I really enjoy the elaborate preparations and creating something memorable. A good holiday celebration makes people feel loved, or at least it should. This year there are two men in my life who need to be fed, my husband and my brother, and they’re worthy of my hard work… Hope they are blessed.
Entry Filed under: Carrie's Rants
15 Comments
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Chaz | November 23rd, 2005 at 6:40 pm
I understand where you’re coming from. I’m a little bit disappointed that I won’t get to see any of my extended family this year. It seems that everyone is off doing their own thing, and I’m going to miss seeing everyone. However, I’m still thankful that I’m getting to spend time with my immediate family this Thanksgiving.
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Deb | November 23rd, 2005 at 7:28 pm
We’re having a very small gathering too; me, my hubby, son, and my MIL. I too miss the big family get-togethers, but I’m most thankful that I had a chance to experience that for so long. (working on my blog post about a similar topic) Happy Thanksgiving to you – your men are lucky to have you.
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'Chele | November 23rd, 2005 at 8:24 pm
Happy Thanksgiving!
Aaaaahhhhhh humans…
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April | November 23rd, 2005 at 10:29 pm
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andrew qh | November 23rd, 2005 at 11:41 pm
aw, they are blessed just to have you in their lives =)
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alice | November 24th, 2005 at 1:41 am
totally hear where you are coming from. they’d probably realize what they are missing when it’s a table for one.
Happy Thanksgiving!
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Nadine | November 24th, 2005 at 5:34 am
Hope you have a HAPPY THANKSGIVING !!
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soapbox.SUPERSTAR | November 24th, 2005 at 5:36 am
Hey girl – Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!!! Here is some wonderful Thanksgiving news for you…our favorite, Dane Cook is hosting SNL on 12/03/05 – you better watch it, so I have someone to talk about it with!!!
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Mr. LemurBoy | November 24th, 2005 at 7:19 am
Happy Thanksgiving! I know what you mean about large groups making it better. My thanksgiving is long gone allready (us Canuckians have it in October), but at our get-together it’s my immediate family, and the family that looks after my eldest sister (she’s mentally handicapped and Mom can’t look after her full time due to migranes) and a couple other random friends of the family thrown in. With the neices and nephews thrown in, we have around 20 people at the dining room table (and about 25 conversations). It’s a blast and I have a hard time imagining it being any smaller.
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Greg | November 24th, 2005 at 8:18 am
Happy Thanksgiving, AB! What makes it all blessed is the love that is shared, not how many are there. Share that, and you’ll all be blessed.
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The Bombshell | November 24th, 2005 at 9:54 am
Best wishes for a Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours from the “Atomic Bombshell” clan… Click for my customary holiday pin-up.
Just want to express my gratitude this year for all of YOU – For stopping by so often to listen and comment. It means a lot to me! I’ve experienced a great deal of personal growth as a result of what was written and you’ve been a big part of it. Thank you.
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Lisa | November 24th, 2005 at 1:55 pm
I thought holiday dinner were SUPPOSED to be an uncomfortable affair. Lucky for me I get to miss is all this year due to work.
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The Bombshell | November 24th, 2005 at 4:37 pm
As it turns out, we had a guest! An old friend from way back in the day… His name is Dennis. Four people all together, and it made all that cooking really feel worth it.
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FredCQ | November 25th, 2005 at 9:37 am
I have to disagree with you about Thanksgiving being more fun with a big family. I had a really crazy Thanksgiving yesterday. Check out my blog if you have a minute and need a laugh.
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Diana Crabtree | November 27th, 2005 at 5:07 pm
I am glad you have people to be thankful for