"I guess I went and broke their family traditions"
Happy Thanksgiving! I truly have so much to be thankful for. Though things have not always been easy, we have kept a roof above, had plenty of food, clothes
and friends. As my grandmother says, "may you always have enough."
Today after a gluttonous feast with my family, my daughter and I will begin our trek 17 hours South with my sister (who is actually my ex-husband's sister) to visit my step kids, their half- brother, my ex's first wife, her boyfriend and his daughter... Because we like to keep things traditional.
But, even though our "family tradition" sounds more in line with Hank Jr. than Norman Rockwell, I am so blessed to have my step-people, my in-laws, and all my CHOSEN family. I am thankful that my daughter and my step kids are growing up knowing that "love" and "family" are where you find it, and when you find it- hold on to it!
My chosen family and I have cared and fought like family. We have loved the same children, we have married and buried the same man, we have shared the same grief and guilt and sorrows. And we continue to share meals, drinks, and strength to carry each other through.
Tradition in my home does not come stuffed in a turkey, it is not a recipe, or a picture perfect table scene. My hope is that the traditions in my home will be to love one another and to make everyone welcome at our table.
Hope you and your family are as blessed!
