Full of Thanks

Dear Lila,

Happy Thanksgiving! Turkey Day obviously looked a little different this year, as it was just the six of us and we ate "together" with PoiPoi over a WeChat call. But it was still a festive day with lots of deliciousness! I still made all of the traditional side dishes and desserts that we always have--because it just wouldn't feel right without them--and we feasted on barbeque chicken, sausage stuffing, Brussels sprouts casserole, stuffed mushrooms casserole, honey corn muffins, pumpkin pie and chocolate pudding pie. We all shared what we are thankful for and I loved your answer the most: You said you are thankful for all of the doctors and nurses! *melt* I am thankful that we are all healthy, happy and together. And I am also thankful for the funny things you say that make me laugh! Here's a gem from tonight:

You: Is Santa still bringing everyone presents this year?

Me: Of course he is.

You, after a brief pause: Is he going to get a Covid test first?"

A very valid question!

Love,

Mom

Meaty Exchange

Dear Lila,

You have always had a healthy appetite. If I let you eat an entire pizza, you probably could and would! As such, Daddy and I have to be more mindful of how much food we give you. At dinner tonight, Daddy absentmindedly gave you a huge portion of steak. When we all sat down at the table and I saw how much meat was on your plate, I told Daddy it was too much and asked him to take some off. He did and then you immediately started shoveling the remaining pieces of your meat into your mouth--you did so quickly before Daddy had a chance to take anymore steak! Hahaha! You and your love of food!

Love,

Mom