Cape Cod

This afternoon we head down to the Cape to enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday with the Petersons. And boy are we looking forward to it! The weather forecast is predicting rain and temps in the 40's, but I'm eagerly anticipating a warm kitchen and all the cooking, talking and laughing that surrounds this holiday. There is something special about preparing the traditional holiday foods that warms the soul. And while doing that alone can also bring forth the right smells and tastes, thereis an added dimension when you share the occasion with family or friends. When the kitchen is crowded and there is a line to get everything in and out of the oven at the right time. When the leftovers mound up and you begin to wonder if it was wise to make so much food. While I agree it is not wise to gorge yourself everday... a holiday, a feast, is different. Food does help us remember, help us experience. From communion, to a passover sedar, to Thanksgiving and Christmas our holidays with their feasting traditions help us remember and enjoy. What a delight to be able to celebrate this year with dear friends, in a beautiful place. To have the time to linger over a meal, sip a glass of wine and share the pleasure of treasured friends. I can't wait.