Favorite Traditions!

So it once again is that most lovely, and edible time of year again!  And personally my whole take on it, is why only celebrate this grand holiday once..right?!

 A few years ago while in college I came up with the idea of inviting some of my closest friends together and having a Thanksgiving potluck, as the host I would (or my boyfriend at the time) would do the turkey and then everyone else brings their favorite sides, desserts and other goodies that they adore during this festive time!

How freaking adorable is this!

It was some of the most memorable and fun times!! I mean who doesn't love stuffing themselves with great food and company, and the best part is we would always do it the week before, so we would be ready to go for round two on the actual Turkey Day!

Once I started my "adult-life" up here and lived on my own I knew I wanted to continue the tradition, so with some hesitation I confounded in a few good friends and brought up the idea, although I knew if I were to be the host this time around I myself would have to prepare the bird...

Thankfully with the help of many phone calls into my mom, I was able to prepare my first bird!  I won't say it was the most pleasant experience but when it came out perfectly and everyone was stuffing their face I felt a huge since of accomplishment!

Hoping my bird comes out just as nice!

So as this most lovely time of year comes again, and we are set for our annual Pre-Thanksgiving potluck on Saturday I am prepared and ready for round two with the bird!  This year with the vast amount of guests I am once again trying something new..buy preparing a turkey that is over 20 pounds.. I will be sure to give you a full run down on how it turns out next Monday, but please wish me luck!!

So for now, I hope everyone is thoroughly enjoying the beginnings of the holiday season and if you dare, I dare you to go out and tackle the preparation of a turkey...or at least maybe a pumpkin pie!

Happy Eating!