Full of Thanksgiving

1.  I'm grateful that my first solo Thanksgiving was delicious and hot.  I was worried about getting everything hot on the table at the same time.  Rick's surprise pumpkin pie from Le Pain Quotidien was wonderful.

2.  I'm grateful for my family.  'Nuff said.

3.  I'm grateful that I didn't have to do dishes after dinner.  Our guests took over while Rick and I cleared.

4.  I'm grateful for a yard.  It's not big, but with the driveway included it gives the kids some bigger space to play and be loud.

5.  I'm grateful that I am not a born shopper and that Black Friday has NO appeal for me.  It's the crowds, jostling, lines, cut-throat people, and hassle that would drive me crazy.  It's online shopping for me, mostly.