In light of being half way around the world (Moving from small town Michigan to Sweden as a "basketball wife"), I have decided to jump on the bandwagon and create a blog to keep everyone up to date on what's going on, on my mind, or in my sight.
As this is my first holiday away from home, I have been determined to not let my favorite traditions of Thanksgiving be left in the States. Although I don't think of myself as a great chef, I have hope that I can follow directions well enough to cook a turkey, stuffing, mash potatoes, gravy, and candied sweet potatoes. A simple turkey day...Well plus inviting our Swedish friends! Can't say that I am not nervous about cooking my favorite holiday meal for about seven people. What I have on my side is that they don't know what a great Thanksgiving meal tastes like!
In all my type A personality glory, I have definitely done my research in the process of getting ready to prepare this meal. I have read a million turkey recipes and finally settled on a few easy videos to follow: How to Cook Turkey & All About the Gravy. Family has also been a big help, giving the "tricks of the trade" on the how to's and how not to. Thank you moms and aunts...I will soon find out if I can give advice to others too!
In corny Thanksgiving fashion, I am so thankful for many things this year. My husband who stands by me in everything, family who sends love and support daily, friends from home, and the new friends in Sweden who have welcomed us, helped us with the language barrier, and have taken us shopping! :)
Moving across the world has not been easy, but it is an adventure that I will always remember. I have already had many days that I have felt homesick for family & American food (Thank you family for the care packages with all my favorite snacks!), but there have also been many days that I have been so happy that I took a leap of faith.
I am proud to know that my husband and I can live in another country and thrive. I've learned so much and continue to do so.
I am excited to keep embracing what a new culture has to teach me, exploring, and sharing with you all! I'll try to update often!
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