On Thanksgiving morning I took a low cost, absolutely no frills Ryan Air flight to Eastern Midlands Airport, where my former UPENN roommate and long-time friend Leah picked me up. Leah has been living in England for a couple years now and this was my second visit and second Thanksgiving celebration with her. The first time Marks & Spencer's was to thank, but this time around we had the absolutely best Thanksgiving potluck dinner I have ever witnessed. My favorites? Well, that's a tough one. Leah and I made the world's best mashed potatoes. I kid you not - We received rave reviews and multiple requests for our "killer" recipe. But, I have to admit, I was a pushover for the sweet potatoes, cranberry salad, and pumpkin pie with eggnog. I've made extraordinary efforts for several years now NOT to eat seconds, but I could not resist.
Simply put, we had a feast. What you don't see too well on the table was homemade challah bread and rolls. I could go on raving about the food, but will stop there. The company was also much fun. We had a few rounds of Guitar Hero. And, to top the night off -- Mark and Steph you would approve -- I watched my first episodes of "Flight of the Conchords". Just call me Chris-Hiphopopotamus. Ain't no party like my nana's tea party!
Well, it's way past midnight and I have yet to start my Russian homework. I think my neighbors are baking Christmas cookies and it has me quite distracted as you might be able to tell!
