 So – this is happening, whether you're ready or not. Ya know what? You'll be fine - no matter if you're hosting 30+ guests or are just expected to show up with a half-slurped can of Four Loko and deal with the whims and expectations of a potentially harried host. Here's why: you're not alone. Not only are millions of people across the United States encountering the same stresses (and delights) - you've got Eatocracy on your side. We'll be at the ready, starting Wednesday afternoon through Thursday, via comments or on Twitter @eatocracy to offer culinary triage (zOMG! The turkey is still frozen and the gravy skinned over!), hosting wreck-checks (No, seriously, it's TOTALLY FINE if two people show up with Jell-O pretzel salad. And there's a gentle way to keep Uncle Merv from telling his room-clearing jokes. Everyone will emerge unscathed.) and just plain ol' sanity, solidarity and a few good jokes. We've got plenty of fun surprises planned, but in the meantime, consider printing out these mantras and cross-stitching them on throw pillows or possibly taking them to the tattoo parlor: And a word to the wise - the sooner you get a beverage or appetizer into your guests' hands, or assign them the task of doing so, the more quickly they'll ease into the swing of things. Un-buckle up, follow our ongoing Thanksgiving advice, and get set to have an absolutely delicious day. - Guzzle wine advice from Terroir and Food & Wine |
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Thank goodness I'm not hosting- there's a power outage where I live! I feel sorry for the people who are though!
I always think of what I have gratitude for each T-day. Last year it was self-reliance. This year... I'll think of it by tommorrow!
@sallyLouise, recent deaths do seem to bring the "holidays" into reality, we also had lost 2 dear sisters-in-law over this past summer and are still mourning as well. we have all been trying to remember what they would have wanted us to be like and are moving through the season with love and understanding. i am sure your mother would want to see you and your family happy. Happy Thanksgiving and all the best to your family and all posters as well....
I did my first last year and really, my best advice is to consult Google on everything. If you take about 6 recipes and combine all the best tasting elements, you're virtually guaranteed to have something edible. Rest in peace, Roderic, my turkey of last ear.
It is disgusting how much food is wasted on one holiday a year in this country. People are starving all over the world, adn we are sitting here stuffing our faces. I could buy food for a week on what I will spend on tomorrow. Yes, I am a grouch, I hate this holiday, but for the sake of peace in the world, I will visit my daughter's house, who loves the holiday food.
Sally there are so few occasions in the year to really celebrate. Try to stay positive,and have a great time with your daughter. It is an expense for most people,but a worthwhile one.
We lost our mother to Alzheimer's in July. It is the first holiday season without her, even tho she had been in a nursing home for a number of years. I think that is the underlying problem.
Bush's fault
I'm sorry to hear that. My grandma has that and it's awful. She can't remember anything and is VERY confused. :(
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http://amzn.to/aV2dQa Funny, touching, memorable short Thanksgiving stories about holiday disasters, family & friends
@Robby...The book seems funny, I checked out the site, but there seems to be a mention of this book on every food thred here on CNN, are you the author or something? LOL anyway Happy Thanksgiving everyone!!!
Have a great Thanksgiving everyone thanks for the tips
Proof again.
What is this?!! T
Spam or not. it was hilarious!
Seen dozens of this post the past week. Some kind of spam to sell a book.