Because turkey is in the air, it's out with the light, boring diets and in with the generously sized, heavy dinners!
This is one of two turkey dinners I look forward to all year, and I'm sure most would agree. For Canadians, now and Christmas are the big holidays for enormous portions and turkey stuffing! Personally the stuffing is my fav. Dinner with my family is usually comprised of: Turkey, stuffing, cooked carrots and corn, brussel sprouts, mashed potatoes and rolls. YUM!
But Thanksgiving isn't just about the delicious dinner, it's also comprised of dessert!! My mom always goes overboard and provides about four different confections, which we all love her all the more for. This year it was carrot cake, cheesecake, apple pie and cupcakes. Of course, there were both whipped and ice cream to top them all off with. The best end to a good dinner, is a good dessert. It's not always required - post-meal - but after a dinner such as Thanksgiving, it not only completes the meal, it's necessary!
Pumpkin pie - just like turkey is the essential Thanksgiving food - is the essential Thanksgiving dessert. These kinds of things are so good, not just because of the taste, but also because we only have them a vary rare amount throughout the year. So it's not wonder people can't help but devour all they see and later regret not exhibiting more self control. With anything, if you have it all the time it will tend to lose its luster. That's part of the appeal to this particular dessert, and the flavour in general. When one thinks of Fall and food, one taste that will likely come to mind is pumpkin! Pumpkin Spice Lattes, pumpkin pie, pumpkin loaf, pumpkin muffins, and just plain pumpkins litter this time of year; mostly throughout October more than any other time.
Seriously now - Thanksgiving is full of wonderful meals and good times - but let's all remember why it's truly important: it's a time of truly being thankful and appreciate the good things in your life. Family gatherings bring the spirit of being together. I have many amazing people in my life who continue to inspire me and help me grow to be a better person. I will also just mention a big Hurrah to Oktoberfest, because I am half German and so recognize the nation that is half of my being. Germany actually does celebrate a holiday much like our North American Thanksgiving. Over there it's called "Erntedankfest" which translated is "Harvest Thanksgiving Festival."
So - all that being said - let's be thankful for love, life, friends, family and all the little things that make us smile and be happy to have each other to share in the good times!
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