Thanksgiving misses (and a few hits)

I had a good Thanksgiving in Orlando. My dad turned 70. We had a big party.

But there were several downsides. Most are my own fault but in retrospect, still are worthy of rants:

1. Missed out on the pumpkin pie.
2. Missed out on the cranberry sauce.
3. I didn't get to hold my new niece, Madaline. She's such a sweetie but I didn't get the opportunity. :-/ (I'll come visit you, baby.)
4. Mom: keep your expectations tiny and you won't be so whiny.

Raves:

1. My cousin's smoked turkey.
2. My cousin's deep fried turkey.
3. My aunt's pecan pie.
4. My aunt Connie's presence. You go girl.
5. My ganja-loving sister!!!!!!! Always a great accomplice. :-P

J