It took me a few minutes to understand the significance of these particular chocolates.
Last year I arrived in Belgium 2 days before Thanksgiving (That means I have been here 1 year now!). We had celebrated with my family and friends before I left, so I felt ok about missing it. Since I missed other holidays, I decided I HAD to do something for this one or I would get really sad.
I told my SIL that the holiday was coming up and she volunteered to help with whatever I wanted to do. I am feeling slightly overwhelmed with my schedule, so I said I would just have to see. I was able to go out to look for the 'key' ingredients on Tuesday. When I found the cranberry sauce and cream of mushroom soup, I decided we were having a PARTY! I kept it simple, but it turned out very nice! Now the tradition is introduced here. I even found where I can get a WHOLE turkey, so maybe next year?
I know this is a horrible picture, but it's the best of us-ssaadd.
We had green bean casserole, potatos (with a recipe from our class), yummy salad, turkey breast, cranberry sauce and creme brulee (sp?)
Looks like it was a yummy feast! Love the little baskets you made up for the kids. Cute!
ReplyDeleteGlad you had American Thanksgiving in Belgium!
ReplyDeleteIt's nice to keep things that are dear to you, alive! :)
Terrill's family now looks at Canadian Thanksgiving as another reason to celebrate and eat Turkey dinner! ;P
Looks like you had a great time Leah! Koodos to you for making the effort. :-)
ReplyDeleteI love it. :) I love the horrible picture of you all, it's cute. :) Still saving you a piece of pumpkin pie. I think it's awesome you can bring some new traditions to them. :)
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