Number 26 - Host Mother's Day Dinner
On Mother's Day I hosted Mom's side of the family. It was dinner for almost 30 people. I was responsible for making the turkey, stuffing, ham, beans, potatoes, and corn. I used a lot of crock pots. Everybody else pitches in to bring the rest, like dessert. Mom helped me an awful lot even though the idea was that she would get a break for Mother's Day.
I overcooked the turkey - I forgot about the power of the convection oven over time. But some creative carving by my dad and a little bit of chicken broth made up for doneness.
The picture is the flower arrangement I put on the main table. You can just see the dandelion that Derek had brought in to add to the bunch.
Luckily the day was a nice one and the kids could play outside. They seemed to have a lot of fun, if volume is any measure. It also allowed about 10 people to eat outside.
Aunt Joyce sent me a beautiful note afterwards saying Grandma would be happy and proud that we were still getting together and that I had hosted. I did feel like she was with us.
posted by kew at 4:56 p.m.
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