Pretty sure this is what smart looks like.
Dog Photos
While my afternoon could probably be summed up by Star Wars; Squadrons, Willow was incredibly smart and took a sublimly comfortable nap.
I planned ahead what my cooking schedule would look like, so I wouldnāt have to worry much about defrosting time, prep, cooking, or resting times. Likewise the order to do things. Momma did teach me a thing or two in the kitchen š. Willow on the other hand stole the show for cuteness.
Growing up my my mother only made turkey once a year, and decided if she was working so hard: she was going to make a huge turkey. Whether it was four of us, or two of us, what that really meant was an average of 22 lbs of bird every thanksgiving. Every year, Iād usually make light of that, lol. Left to my own devices sometimes I donāt even make turkey for thanksgiving.
Since itās just me, and three hungry dogs: I opted to get the smallest turkey breast I could find. Still too damned much food, lol. Combined with the side dishes, Iām pretty sure that I could have fed another three people.
One of the things my brotherās first marriage brought into our family traditions was green bean casserole. Something that yet survives, and fills bellies. When youāre choking down turkey for weeks, you learn to appreciate the sides, lol.
The family sized package of four cheese mashed potatoes was definitely a good plan. Kroger turkey gravy on the other hand is some of the most salty gravy Iāve ever tasted. Compared to my motherās thanksgiving plans, my selection of food is rather modest and simple. She often made so much, you could probably have fed the neighborhood for a day instead of us for weeks.
Needless to say, my solution to the holiday resulted in a very full belly. Despite ample pre-dinner snackage, Willow tried to steal turkey twice. Itās probably a good thing I kept their share towards the edge, lol.
The hungry minions were very well fed with their share of turkey. Which is kind of special, because I rarely will make turkey. They really, really love turkey and chicken; and Willow is especially inclined to pilfer fish.
Chili with some leftover noodles mixed in, and a prewarmed load of cheese on top, was definitely a great dinner plan.
I promised Willow the wait would be worth it.
Also pretty sure that for a can of meat and gravy bits, she would do a backflip if she knew how and thought it would get her an extra helping.
The week in pictures
Aside from the general busy level and workalcoholism, I think this largely sums things up.
Misty wanting attention.
Wasn’t sure if leftover brussels sprouts and alfredo sauce was a great idea. Combined with meatballs, it certainly is!
Willow wishes a poor meatball would roll off the table, on the floor, or just straight into her mouth.