Its pie day. (the day before thanksgiving) Who knew it could happen with out Nonna? She did not celebrate thanksgiving for the first 45 years of her life as she lived in Italy till she was 30. When my mom was 12 or so she made a big stink about not having a turkey like all her friends families did. So thats how this Italian family started celebrating thanksgiving. Now we do it all, just like good Americans should. Nonna used to tell me, "Stefania, I am Italian, but you, YOU are American." She had it pretty right I guess. Even last year she would help us make the pies. She could cut the apples, thats was easy enough. She loved food and family and any excuse to get those two things together was great in her mind. Its just not the same celebrating anything with out her though. Its not a celebration at all with out her singing through the house. I miss her voice so much already. I just cant bare to miss her anymore then I do right now. Its almost like the colors of the world are more dull with our her.
I hope for your thanksgivings you can find someone to hang on to. Someone who makes your colors bright.
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Thanksgiving what?
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what a lovely post stef. thanks. i too hope you will find the strength to get through tomorrow and remember you still have so much to be thankful for. many ((((hugs)))) to you!
Stef,
No turkey on Thanksgiving? I don't eat turkey either...but if Mama wants turkey then Mama gets turkey....We all have so much to be thankful for...me my friends and parents..and my online buddies...without you all I don't know what I would do...Genlte hugs to you my little buddy....
We have veggie turkey which can be a learning experience, in itself.
You have been so blessed by Nonna's wisdom, and that will be with you always.
You are/were blessed.
Oh forget the turkey, just fill my plate with mashed potatoes and gravy.
I can just picture Nonna sitting at the kitchen table, paring knife in hand. She sounds like a wonderful woman.
I understand feeling so low, sweetie. You will have a year of firsts. I wish I had words to make it easier, but I don't. I try to stay strong for others around me, but this will be my first holiday without parents - I understand how you feel.
I am, however, so grateful for what my parents taught me in life. This will make my Thanksgiving a little more bearable. Try thinking of all the things Nonna taught you and be thankful for her wisdom.
Stef, I hope you are able to find a reason to smile today. Thinking of you and sending hugs your way.
What a thoughtful and loving post, Stef. I know you miss your Nonna, but I can see very plainly that you're keeping her close to you in your heart and thoughts. What beautiful memories they are. Thank you for sharing them. Wishing you brighter colors and happier days. (hugs)
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