Here in the U.S., it's Thanksgiving day.
Traditionally, this is a day of giving thanks for those things in our lives that have made us better people, encouraged us, or helped us out. I'm starting this topic in the hopes that others will join in and share the things in their lives.
I am thankful for friends and family that have encouraged me to keep pursuing this craft, who have helped me out with ideas and suggestions, and have unabashedly told me where I needed to improve. I'm thankful for opportunities that have presented themselves, from leather to machinery; from large jobs to small; for all the little things that turn out to be big ones.
And I'd like to express special Thanks to Johanna who has selflessly given herself to create and maintain this site (even to the point of dealing with advertisers) so that we all have a place to visit, learn, and to share our experiences, triumphs, and failures. This community of like minded people is, for me, just as much "family" as any of my blood relatives (and more so than some!).
Today is also typically the day that we absolutely gorge ourselves.....so, what's on your menu?
We're having the long held tradition of Turkey and homemade dressing, with butter beans, purple hulled peas, corn, green beans, sweet potatoes, cranberry salad, homemade yeast rolls, and gravy (which really does deserve to be in its own food group).
What are some of the Traditions you celebrate with your family?
Wishing you and yours a happy and safe Thanksgiving,
Mike