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Every year for Thanksgiving we have always done Turkey, it seems to be a holiday tradition, and not to mention the one thing my kids will actually eat. You can’t have the turkey without all the great sides.
This year though we decided to be different and let the kids choose what they wanted for Thanksgiving dinner. Of course they picked something that would not really be considered a holiday meal. We went with it though! They chose Steak and veggie kabobs with ribs. Yes, I agree very far fetched, but we did that with the fixings.
My husband has a lactose intolerance, so we make everything leaving out a few ingredients. LIke Mashed Potatoes, we boil potatoes and then add Dairy Free butter and salt and pepper. That’s it! We also had corn and bread.
The food was a bit of a undertaking, the weather was nice so we were able to use the grill. We cooked the kabobs with chicken and sausage, and squash, potatoes, onions and Peloponnese peppers. The ribs were already pre made with Lloyd’s Beef BBQ ribs.
Of course we loved serving dinner with our new Thanksgiving pot holders and dish rags!
What did you do for Thanksgiving? Did you stick with Turkey and Ham? Do you have allergies to avoid when cooking?
Disclosure: I’ve partnered with Hormel Foods as part of the Hormel Foods Extended Family Blogger Program. Throughout the year I’ll be receiving product, coupons, giveaways and promotions. However, no payment was given or expected for posting about the program, and as always, all opinions given here are fully my own.
Christmas is less than a month away and the stores are filled with people shopping. I do most of my shopping online, to avoid the crowds and craziness. Before I shop though, I always do my research. I like to check the best gifts for him and her lists. They always show the best gifts.
This year my family is so in to technology that I have been scoping out the Best Buy website looking for the perfect gift. Luckily the have great gifts for him and her under $100.
Some Items I chose that would be a perfect fit for my family are…
For Her: 
Nikon Coolpix SS3300 16.0-Megapixel digital camera
This would be perfect for me, while I have alway dreamed of having a DSLR camera, it will always be out of my budget. I do love these little cameras though, they still give great pics. They easily fit in your pocket and you can take them anywhere.
original price: $139.99, but on sale for $79.99
For Him: 
Hp-Officejet 4620 all in one wireless printer
This would be a great gift for any guy who is big in their work. (cough) My husband!! A wireless printer you can print from where ever you are working, your home office, the kids play area etc.
Price: $99.99
For kids: 
LeapPad 2 by Leapfrog:
Best Buy has started carrying Leapfrog items such as the LeapPad and Leapster Explorer systems, including games and accessories. These have always been a favorite among my kids, they are addicted to them. These would be my must have for kids, the LeapPad systems are very educational, inexspensive and fun.
Price: $99.99 for LeapPad
Holiday shopping is in full swing, what will you be getting you techie this year from Best Buy?
Here are some great deals to get you started!
Disclosure: This reviewer Has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free.
They made a turkey, at school!!
Link Up:
Winner of the Stop and Shop Gift card is….. Eve
Here in the town of Huntington, we have a holiday parade each year. Well as long as I have been here, this was their 3rd year doing it.
My kids and I love the parade, they have floats, Firetrucks decorated and more. They also have a section of the road closed off, so kids can visit Santa, and ride on a horse buggy.
PIctures:
The Horses
The view from the buggy ride
Visiting santa
Buster the school bus started off the parade.
School bus
Gingerbread house was my kids favorite!!!
But of course my favorite was The Fireman dancing. LOL!
We let the kids put up the tree, on Friday with no help from adults. We’ll my husband put up the tree and lights. All the decorations and garland were put up by my kids. I think it looks ok!!!!!
My Girls got there school pictures back a few days ago. They have grown up so much and look so different!
Every year I say I am thankful for my life, which I am. I was in a horrific car accident as a child and was a miracle to survive.
Another thing I always say I am thankful for is having my children. After my accident I was told it would be impossible to get pregnant, because of a permanent tube I have in my body. I broke those barriers having 3 kids.
This year though I am absolutely thankful for what I have. Do I have a lot of money? No way, but I have a roof over my head, a bed to sleep in and food in my fridge.
When Hurricane Sandy hit I was so much devastation, so many people have lost so much. We were without power for 2 weeks, no heat, no stove nothing. It really put everything into perspective for me. We had to cuddle up with blankets at night, and cook on the grill or go out to eat.
I would complain so much about having to cook and clean, never getting a break so much. When we were without power for 2 weeks it is all I wanted to do, be able to cook and clean. I actually cried myself to sleep every night, because I felt like there was nothing I could do to make my kids more comfortable or happy.
I am so thankful for what I have.
Happy Thanksgiving
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