Thanksgiving is a busy day with us splitting our time between our two separate families, which are two hours away from each other. We choose to do it this way because seeing family always means a lot to people, and we are always glad we did it.
This year one of our dinners will bring together 36 family members! There are second cousins meeting each other for the first time and cousins who seem all grown up since the last time I saw them.
My aunt put together some beautiful table decorations for the adult table. She has a family event planning business called Cork and Copper, where they create and collect beautiful party decor they rent to clients.
When I saw the table decorations on Wednesday I knew I wanted to share them with you. They are simply a collection of mason jars holding old family photos on display. Some have battery operated tea candles. Others are adorned with additional burlap ribbons, raphia or lettering that was created by painting on a brown paper bag.
Seeing the old family photos is what makes the decoraitons so special, and that there are 36 people from four different states who will be gathered around them. Now that is something to be thankful for!
In addition to this table, their will be a “young adult table” and a “kids table.” I think this is funny because at age 36 and with three kids, I’m still, essentially, sitting at a kid table. I’m totally fine with that.
I just secretly wish I got the kids table where we can draw on the table cloth. I’m sure I’ll be joining them at some point anyway, because I always do. And I’m very thankful for that too! As well as having a wonderful life with my splendid little family of girls.
Thank you for letting me share it with you. I’m grateful for this space here, and for every one of you who find your way here. Wether you are celebrating Thanksgiving or just having another ordinary day, I hope it’s a happy one!
