[SW Colorado | July 2020 | By Mike Simpson]

Thanksgiving this year promises to be a little different than most years. I imagine that regardless of how you feel about the Covid virus, or the pandemic as it’s also known, it will impact your holiday…one way or another.

Depending on where you live, in what part of the country, the impact could be greater than other places. Some places have pretty severe restrictions in place and those restrictions are coming to other places as well, maybe even in a neighborhood like yours. Chances are, for most of us, we won’t be having the same family gatherings that we are accustomed to.

Many places are banning large gatherings. Only family you live with. Keep it small. I have a feeling that small 10-pound turkeys will be in high demand. No need for a 20 pounder. Consider that a stock tip. You’re welcome.

Small groups will be just fine. It’ll be a lot easier on those who prepare the meals. No need to have 3 or 4 different pies for dessert. Six deviled eggs, 12 halves, will probably be plenty.  A dozen rolls may be overkill. Just a small can of cranberries. A couple of taters mashed up.

If you decide to go big, there’ll be lots of leftovers…which isn’t all bad I guess.

Our gathering will be small. Only four of us at last count. We could probably get by with a large chicken. Just kidding. We’ll have a turkey. I hope it’s big enough for leftovers. If there are lots, we’ll send some home with our two guests.

While it may seem strange, what with the difficult circumstances that “Rona” brings to the scene, we still have a lot to be thankful for. Hey! I saw that eye rolling look from the back of the room. I know you can come up with several somethings. Go ahead. Think of something. I’ll wait…  [Suggestions, related story.]

See, Thought so. Now finish your veggies..