We had a great Thanksgiving out at Uncle Randy’s house this year. I have to say I did good by marrying into a family that can cook some amazing southern food! Dressing (in a pan!), gravy, butter beans, green beans, sweet potatoes, collard greens, deviled eggs, and yeast rolls. And don’t even get me started on the dessert table. Oh my!
All served with Jeremy’s specialty: the deep fried turkey.
He fried his first turkey about 5 years ago, I guess. Ever since then he’s been hooked. He injects the bird with mouth watering, buttery flavors and then dips it in the hot oil until it’s juicy and delicious! It’s the perfect addition to any Thanksgiving feast!
Because there were several family members that came from Mississippi this year, a lot of them under age 10, Papa and his brother decided to get a “Jumpy” for the day. We were there for 7 full hours and except for the 10 minutes my kids spent shoveling in turkey and dressing, I didn’t see them unless I stuck my head inside that inflatable bounce house. When it was time to go, Emery said, “Uncle Randy, thanks for getting us the Jumpy today. And if you have that again next year, I’ll come back.”
A bittersweet moment from this year’s Thanksgiving was having Papa’s sister with us. Aunt Patsy lives in Mississippi but had been in Atlanta for several weeks fighting an illness. Her husband and kids came to see her for the day, but had to leave on Friday to go back home. On Saturday Patsy took a turn for the worst and was not able to recover. The family drove back out yesterday and were able to see her one more time before she passed away.
I didn’t know you well Aunt Patsy, but I know you were passionate about your family. I never spoke to you without hearing all about your kids and grandkids. They were the light of your life and I know they will miss you terribly. I am glad you got to see them all before leaving this place that was causing you so much trouble. May you find peace and healing in Heaven, with your Lord and Savior.
