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Thursday, November 25, 2010

It's Thanksgiving Day

Thanksgiving Day 2010: I treasure your friendship and hope you're enjoying this holiday and sharing its abundance with those you love. Bob and I have had a special year and have much to be thankful for. Our yearly journey has taken us from quiet mountain lakes to the cremation ghats of Kathmandu and included a unique trip to the top of the world, where we circled Everest and learned just how small we really are. I wanted to share a few of our special moments and blessings with you. We are supremely grateful for...



the beauty of the earth



the glory of the skies



and the gift of seeing it made new through Connor's eyes.


Many of you, on learning our feast would be non-traditional, asked about the menu. Here's what I plan to serve. Have a wonderful day!







Fresh Corn Soup












Endive, Pear and Watercress Salad












Pan Seared Beef Filet with Jus Lié and Wine Sauce











Japanese-Style Potatoes











Braised Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Golden Raisins











Pumpkin Panna Cotta with Orange Caramel Sauce












Cranberry Apple Crisp
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45 comments:

  1. LucieNovember 25, 2010 at 2:11 AM

    A very happy Thanksgiving to you, Mary! Your menu sounds delicious.

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  2. The Words CrafterNovember 25, 2010 at 2:23 AM

    Connor is so cute!!! I hope you have a wonderful holiday and your menu looks great, especially the potatoes!

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  3. Ginny HartzlerNovember 25, 2010 at 2:24 AM

    What a wonderful looking meal!! I would be interested in knowing what makes the potatoes Japanese! Georgous pictures and I hope you have a blessed day!!

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  4. Deb in HawaiiNovember 25, 2010 at 2:59 AM

    Happy Thanksgiving Mary! Your dinner menu looks delicious. ;-)

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  5. JeannieNovember 25, 2010 at 3:40 AM

    You have a very delicious spread there Mary, I am sure your family would enjoy them very much!Happy Thanksgiving!

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  6. UnknownNovember 25, 2010 at 3:57 AM

    Hey Mary,

    Happy thanksgiving to you dear!!Iam glad you are enjoying your stay here in our country...Did you try travelling to south india???:)That's a beautiful menu you have there!!:)

    Dr.Sameena@

    http://www.myeasytocookrecipes.blogspot.com

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  7. AlessandraNovember 25, 2010 at 4:14 AM

    Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family Mary.

    XXX
    Alessandra

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  8. FaithNovember 25, 2010 at 4:40 AM

    Happy Thanksgiving Mary!!!! Omgoodness your menu sounds WONDERFUL! :)

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  9. LynnNovember 25, 2010 at 4:44 AM

    Happy Thanksgiving Mary-enjoy:@)

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  10. Priya SureshNovember 25, 2010 at 4:47 AM

    Happy thanksgiving to u and ur family, wat a delectable spread..yummy menu..

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  11. Sonia ~ Nasi Lemak LoverNovember 25, 2010 at 4:48 AM

    Mary, Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. Enjoy the holidays.

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  12. RitaNovember 25, 2010 at 5:18 AM

    What a feast; looks wonderful.
    Wishing you and yours Happy Thanksgving.

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  13. FOODESSANovember 25, 2010 at 5:37 AM

    Hello Mary...so glad I could make it onto this post where I can mention to you how much I appreciate all your incredible dedication of sharing the best parts of you, your family and wonderful creations in the kitchen.

    I've personally been crazy busy lately with work, family and of course trying to keep up with my foodies ;o) That said...I took a fairly good look at the all the great recipes you've posted lately.
    I'll certainly have to try baking that very delightful 'Bubble bread' as well as those 'Diwali' cookies...yum.

    With this, I'd like to leave you with some very warm wishes for the upcoming Thanksgiving celebration.
    Many blessings and happy moments.

    All the best,
    Claudia

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  14. From the KitchenNovember 25, 2010 at 6:13 AM

    Mary: I'm up early counting my blessings--there are so many and you are one of them. I'm so very pleased we "met". I've enjoyed your photos and hearing about your menu over my first cup of coffee this morning--it was sort of like sitting across the table from you. Your non-traditional menu looks delicious. I have some of the corn soup in my freezer--ah, comforting! Thanks for sharing precious little Connor!

    Best,
    Bonnie

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  15. Schnitzel and the TroutNovember 25, 2010 at 6:21 AM

    What wonderful pictures!! What a beautiful child. You are blessed. I enjoyed reading and seeing your non-traditional menu. I'd pull up a chair at the table in a second. Happy Thanksgiving.

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  16. Historical sites with charmineNovember 25, 2010 at 6:24 AM

    Ah!spelling mistakes ...had to delete the 1st comment.Happy thanks giving,have a wonderful day.

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  17. Sam Hoffer / My Carolina KitchenNovember 25, 2010 at 7:31 AM

    What a lovely feast Mary. I could make a meal out of the watercress salad alone.

    Conner is a doll. I hope you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
    Sam

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  18. KimNovember 25, 2010 at 7:33 AM

    All of these pictures remember us how life is beautiful! Have great holidays!

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  19. kitchen flavoursNovember 25, 2010 at 8:08 AM

    Wow, that's a delicious Thanksgiving feast! Happy Thanksgiving, Mary to you and your family!

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  20. Gloria BakerNovember 25, 2010 at 8:47 AM

    My dear Mary, Happy,happy and nice Thanksgiving, I treasure your friendship and Im really thanksful about blogger friends, ia a really nice day.
    I love Connor's pic!!! Is so cute!!!
    send you huggs and blessings, gloria

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  21. Alison KilpatrickNovember 25, 2010 at 8:58 AM

    Looks wonderful! Happy Thanksgiving!

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  22. Flavia GalassoNovember 25, 2010 at 9:05 AM

    In this moment I'm thinking about you and all my american blog-friends in their warm and beautiful kitchens...preparing for this day....with your loves and family and friends.... HAPPY THANKSGIVING to you all..... we don't have Thanksgiving in Italy...but I think that a day to toast Thanks for all we have and for what we are....is really a wonderful idea...blessings Flavia


    Conor is really a great thing to thank for!!!!

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  23. Sushma MallyaNovember 25, 2010 at 9:08 AM

    Happy thanksgiving mary.

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  24. CaSaundraLeighNovember 25, 2010 at 9:32 AM

    Hope you and your fam have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

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  25. T.W. Barritt at Culinary TypesNovember 25, 2010 at 9:55 AM

    Mary, YOU are a treasure! Happy Thanksgiving - enjoy the day!

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  26. RhondaNovember 25, 2010 at 10:07 AM

    Oh my, oh my, beautiful pictures and a lovely menu also. Connor is so adorable, how could you not have a wonderful Thanksgiving?
    I really enjoy your blog, thank you for all the gifts you share with us.

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  27. SKIP TO MALOUNovember 25, 2010 at 10:51 AM

    Happy Thanksgiving Mary! Your pictures are divine... the last one with Connor just captures my heart...
    Enjoy the rest of your day...

    Love,
    Malou

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  28. TashaNovember 25, 2010 at 11:06 AM

    Happy Thanksgiving to you, Mary. I was just saying the other day that now my favorite part of the holidays is getting to re-experience it through my my young child's eyes, so I completely relate with your gratitude of getting to rediscover the beauty that surrounds us through Connor. Hope your day with your loved ones is wonderful.

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  29. KathNovember 25, 2010 at 11:42 AM

    Beautiful photos, Mary, and your Thanksgiving feast looks fabulous! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!

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  30. PeggyRNovember 25, 2010 at 12:42 PM

    Gosh your menu sounds wonderful! Happy Thanksgiving!

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  31. StephenCNovember 25, 2010 at 1:42 PM

    Peter has made us some pumpkin creme brulee in lieu of a pie. Your panna cotta is probably similar? All the best to you and yours for the holiday.

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  32. ♥Sugar♥Plum♥Fairy♥November 25, 2010 at 1:51 PM

    A glorious happy Thanksgiving to u too!!!
    Stunning pics and beautiful locales!!!
    ur table sure is gng to be laden with goodies and love:-)
    Connor is so so cuteeee!

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  33. My Kitchen AnticsNovember 25, 2010 at 6:06 PM

    those pictures look amazing..
    i have bookmarked the potato recipe...and connor is absolutely cute:)

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  34. AnonymousNovember 25, 2010 at 7:26 PM

    Blessing to you and your family.
    Have a special Thanksgiving.

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  35. pamNovember 25, 2010 at 7:29 PM

    Happy Thanksgiving Mary!

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  36. LoriNovember 25, 2010 at 8:53 PM

    Oh Mary- love that picture of your Grandchild- very precious.

    Happy Thanksgiving.

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  37. MonetNovember 25, 2010 at 9:39 PM

    Hi Mary,
    I so enjoyed seeing these pictures. You captured the majesty of this earth and the quiet beauty of a child. Your Connor is just a doll! I loved hearing about your non-traditional menu. I may try something like this next year. Thank you for sharing. I hope you have a great holiday weekend!

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  38. PondsideNovember 25, 2010 at 9:47 PM

    Happy Thanksgiving, Mary. Your feast must have been marvelous. I'm thankful for the friends I've made through blogging - and all that I've learned from your site.

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  39. MargueriteNovember 25, 2010 at 9:58 PM

    Your Thanksgiving menu is fabulous and the photos are beautiful. And Connor is so adorable! Hope you had a wonderful holiday!

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  40. RaksNovember 26, 2010 at 3:07 AM

    Nice post,lovely pictures with lovely recipes!

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  41. JoanneNovember 26, 2010 at 7:33 AM

    Thank you Mary for always being such an inspiration! Hope you had a great Thanksgiving!

    Connor is absolutely adorable! And I love your non-traditional feast. Especially that pumpkin dessert at the end!

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  42. JulieNovember 26, 2010 at 10:40 AM

    Mary - I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving! Your menu sounds so delicious.

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  43. FaithNovember 26, 2010 at 10:49 AM

    Beautiful post, Mary! Your menu looks really delicious. I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving!

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  44. ButtercupNovember 26, 2010 at 9:58 PM

    Hope you had a great Thanksgiving. Visiting your blog is a great treat!

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  45. CherineNovember 28, 2010 at 4:09 AM

    Wonderful photos!
    Happy Thanksgiving!!!

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