Today is Thanksgiving. As tradition repeats itself, many families are gathering around the table enjoying a nicely prepared meal and being thankful for the bounty set before them. Today is a little bittersweet for me.
I woke today around 715ish to begin preparing the side dishes for our thanksgiving lunch. today was actually the very first thanksgiving we ever had at my parent's house. we normally have turkey day at my brother's house but this year was a little different. my dad was really happy. he even said grace over the food. ~that is something quite special because he never says grace~ as always the food was amazing because i cooked it! ha ha ha. just kidding. everyone ate to their hearts content. it was good.
unfortunately today, i just got word from my mom that my aunt passed away today at 515pm after a long fight with cancer. she was quite a courageous woman. she knew she had cancer and fought it until she couldnt fight no more. she lived life to the fullest each day spending time with her husband and their only son. its so sad because he's getting married next year. but i know that she will be looking down upon him on his wedding day. this week will be a little somber for me. i know her passing wont hit me until the wake or the funeral. rest in peace aunt lucretia...may the angels welcome you to heaven!