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 This Thanksgiving may look different for many families in the area but sharing memories and special moments can still happen. We reached out to some local leaders to ask them a few questions about their Thanksgiving traditions and more! We hope that no matter what you do this year you can continue to enjoy the things that make the holidays special to you.
What is your favorite Thanksgiving tradition and how did it start? My favorite Thanksgiving tradition is time with my family. We always have a meal, spend time together and then typically go shopping that whole next day. What is your favorite and least favorite Thanksgiving dish? To be honest, I am not a huge fan of Thanksgiving food. Mashed potatoes might be my least favorite food ever. LOL I love any dessert though. What are you most thankful for this Thanksgiving? I am most thankful for good health and each and every minute that I get to see my family, even if virtual. I am thankful that my family has remained healthy through this pandemic and I never take one moment for granted that I get to spend with them.
What is your favorite Thanksgiving tradition and how did it start? Favorite Tradition is waking up early and preparing the turkey for the family dinner and then watching the Macy’s day Parade. What is your favorite and least favorite Thanksgiving dish? Favorite dish is the Cornbread Stuffing. Least Favorite is the cranberry relish and Candied Yams. What are you most thankful for this Thanksgiving? Most Thankful is having the family together but that’s in a normal non-pandemic year. So, this year it will have to be the leftovers.
What is your favorite Thanksgiving tradition and how did it start? If the weather was good we would go on a walk. As cars passed by we would get into a line and wave at them. It was something we started as kids with our crazy Michigan cousins. What is your favorite and least favorite Thanksgiving dish? One of my favorites are the home-made dinner rolls that my mother used to make. My wife tries, but they just are not the same. A couple of my sisters have made some "unique" salads in the past that I could have done without. What are you most thankful for this Thanksgiving? This year in particular I am thankful that everyone in my family is healthy and we can spend some time together even though it will be at a distance through Zoom.
What is your favorite Thanksgiving tradition and how did it start? Being the next to youngest of a family of nine, my favorite “tradition” was having all of my older siblings and children coming home for Thanksgiving. The house was FULL and so was our stomachs. What a fun time for my family – cherished memories for a lifetime. What is your favorite and least favorite Thanksgiving dish? Favorite: Homemade noodles over mash potatoes. Least Favorite: Sweet potatoes of any kind What are you most thankful for this Thanksgiving? My family and my faith in Jesus Christ!
What is your favorite Thanksgiving tradition and how did it start? I like having a turkey to carve, just seems like this is a little history. What is your favorite and least favorite Thanksgiving dish? Cranberry Salad What are you most thankful for this Thanksgiving? Knowing there are so many people that are willing to help and support others in the hardest of times.
What is your favorite Thanksgiving tradition and how did it start? Our family was always together for Thanksgiving so we put the Christmas Tree up Thanksgiving Evening, so everyone could participate. What is your favorite and least favorite Thanksgiving dish? Least favorite item Scalloped Oysters. What are you most thankful for this Thanksgiving? So grateful for my dear family, and for their health. I wish the rest of the Country was as fortunate.
What is your favorite Thanksgiving tradition and how did it start? Watching Planes, Trains & Automobiles Movie – that started when the movie came out in the 80’s. What is your favorite and least favorite Thanksgiving dish? Scalloped oysters is my favorite – my least favorite is dry turkey! What are you most thankful for this Thanksgiving? All that we have experienced in 2020 – this journey has changed us.
What is your favorite Thanksgiving tradition and how did it start? Having a great Thanksgiving meal with family and then trying to watch football the rest of the day in between naps. What is your favorite and least favorite Thanksgiving dish? Favorite: mixing dark meat turkey with the mashed potatoes and noodles; least favorite: stuffing - I still don't get it... What are you most thankful for this Thanksgiving? Each year, I reflect on the blessings that my family and friends share. For me, Thanksgiving is a day to slow down, to enjoy great conversation, and to express gratitude for a multitude of blessings. This is my first year as a grandparent and it adds a wonderful element to holiday celebrations.
What is your favorite Thanksgiving tradition and how did it start? Favorite Thanksgiving tradition is cooking dinner with my mom and sister. What is your favorite and least favorite Thanksgiving dish? Favorite dish is macaroni and cheese. Least favorite dish might be an unpopular opinion but... turkey. Favorite dessert is pecan pie bars that I make from scratch. What are you most thankful for this Thanksgiving? I am most thankful for my family's good health this year. Have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving! |
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