…..today is officially Thanksgiving but we had our big meal yesterday
All week I stressed that having dinner at my daughter’s place might not be such a good idea. I envisioned her going into labour during the meal, before the meal and actually being in the hospital on the day we were suppose to get together. My daughter, however, was determined to have the dinner at her place. At least she would be close to her doctor and the hospital where she plans to have the baby. We did discuss a plan B but it wasn’t necessary.
There were 10 of us there for dinner. My husband and I delivered the turkey and all the equipment for deep frying the bird the day before. On Sunday we brought roasted Brussels sprouts, a melange of other roasted vegetables and homemade cranberry sauce. Our other daughter, A, made a kale, rice and pomegranate salad and B’s mom prepared the spaghetti squash and gravy. G made the mashed potatoes and B’s brother was in charge of dessert.
It was B’s first time deep frying a turkey so my husband was close at hand for advice and moral support. The dogs were also hovering around everyone’s feet hoping for bits to fall to the ground.
Before dinner B and G put out a lovely spread of meats and cheeses, crackers, pates, dips and toasted breads. Lucy was a bit of a challenge because all the trays were placed on the coffee table which was just the right height for Lucy to lean in and grab whatever she could. Despite our best efforts she managed to walk off with some bread and cheese.
The dinner was delicious. When dessert was served we also celebrated the birthdays of G’s husband and her husband’s brother. If the baby comes today it will mean that we have birthdays on the 2, 7, 12, 13, and 14th of October to celebrate and those are just the immediate family. There are quite a few October birthdays with the extended family as well.
Today was another beautiful day. It feels like summer out there. We’re in the middle of a federal election and the advance polls were open today so my husband and I decided to walk to the polling station and get it over with. We’d pretty much decided who we were voting for anyway and so we decided to avoid the rush on the actual voting day.
Since the weather was so perfect we decided to walk to the polling station. It was a bit of a hike but we walk that far with the dog every day anyway so we took her along and made our way to the Assembly Hall. Unfortunately my husband misread the times and we got there two hours before the doors open. We went back home and then walked back two hours later but without the dog this time. The station was surprisingly busy and it took us about a half an hour to get to the front of the line to vote. When we got home the second time I had clocked over 12 000 steps for the day up to that point.
Back in Hamilton my daughter still waits for her baby to arrive. To kick start her labour they decided to go on a fairly strenuous hike along the Bruce Trail but so far it hasn’t made a difference. Here’s a photo of part of the trail that they hiked on.
Hopefully in my next post I will declare the safe arrival of our first grandchild. To all my Canadian friends, have a wonderful Thanksgiving Day and don’t eat too much turkey. Remember that leftovers make great lunches for the rest of the week.
Happy thanksgiving almost grandma !! Meal sounded delish! Can’t waiting hear baby news!!
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I’ll let everyone know as soon as it happens. We’re hoping tonight or some time tomorrow. She’s going back to the hospital tonight to check on her progress.
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Hi Carol, I can’t believe you deep fry the Turkey, lots of oil, but should be delicious. I was going to vote today too, but I got so busy and forgot. You didn’t post anyphoto of the belly, I love to see pregnant bellies, I miss my big pregnant bellies. Hope everything goes well with your daughter and the baby.
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Thanks Elizabeth. I did post a few pictures in August of the belly but nothing recently. Maybe I can copy the belly photo my daughter took of herself and put it on Instagram.
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Now should be much bigger, in the IG will be great, one of my colleagues is pregnant, she has still more 4 weeks, her belly is already so big and round, she is glowing, so beautiful. Have a great night!
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It was the best night. My daughter delivered a healthy, 7lb 15oz baby girl in under three hours. Both mother and baby are doing well and the baby’s dad couldn’t be prouder.
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That’s quite a feast you had but plenty steps to vote to walk off the effects of turkey with all the trimmings. I can see you walking everywhere, phone clutched in hand, waiting for that important call to tell you that grandmother status has been conferred on you. Hope all goes well.
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Thanks Dorothy. You’re right about keeping my phone close at hand. We picked up our daughter’s dog tonight which is a good sign. One less thing for them to worry about.
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On the one hand, it was nice to have a family gathering and Thanksgiving dinner without the drama of sudden labour starting. On the other hand, it would have been soooo exciting and such a wonderful story to tell afterwards. The waiting part for this much anticipated child must be so difficult!! This little one has her own agenda 🙂
When we were hiking the Bruce Trail end-to-end, we occasionally saw very pregnant women on the trail. I thought it was a bit odd. Now I know why 😉
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I think the hike may have helped. She’s had some regular contractions today. She has an appointment this evening so she’ll find out if she can avoid being induced.
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Good luck and best wishes!!
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An hour and a half after you wrote this my daughter delivered her little girl. All that exercise must have helped with her speedy delivery. I couldn’t believe how quickly she delivered….under three hours.
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Happy Thanksgiving! Glad it was a lovely occasion, can imagine you waiting baby news…. That reminds me about the pattern for the Salky boots. I’ll do it tomorrow. A pair can be knitted in an evening so it’s not too late. Sorry I have been tardy re the pattern. All the best 🙂
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Thanks so much. I’m really looking forward to this baby and those boots would be perfect.
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Sorry I haven’t done it yet!hit a decline with the KnitzTanzania outfits. Will put up the pattern tomorrow. Hope all is well.. 🙂
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Looks like a lovely family gathering. Very glad to hear the only thing you and your husband delivered was the turkey! All the best to your daughter for a safe delivery when bubba is ready and to you the nervous but excited grandees!
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She was finally ready tonight. Just got home. Mom and daughter are doing remarkably well.
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congratulations!
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Congratulations, granny.
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Congratulations. Enjoy the new baby girl in your life.
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