But emotions aside, I think we've done a decent job at breaking down things on our to-do list and doing them in a semi-relaxing manner. On Monday night, I went to Trader Joe's and Costco to get all the remaining groceries. I was expecting to be stuck in the Costco line for an hour, but happily the line was shorter than usual!
Last night, we cleaned house -- which was just clearing off tables and wiping them down. David vacuumed the house and even organized the garage! We also washed the guest room sheets, blankets & pillow cases. It sounds like we did a lot, but our house is actually pretty clean to begin with so it wasn't that much work.
Tonight I just need to go to Whole Foods to pick up the turkey dinner and drop by Safeway to get some ice cubes. And maybe some flowers. :) Tonight's also the night to make the sides that can be reheated easily or eaten at room temperature. And...we should be good to go tomorrow! At least I'm crossing my fingers that we would be...
Oh! And I finished the Thanksgiving mantle! I was hoping to take a better picture but it's always pitch dark by the time we get home so this may be the best I can conjure with my camera skills. I filled the apothecary jar with four 3D balls/ornaments on the left. I think it's a nice balance to the branch + ornaments on the right. I forgot to mention we got some mini-gourds/pumpkin at Trader Joe's (69 cents each!). They're in the center of the mantle, some propped up by vases. And I also wrapped 3 jars in burlap + string. They give off a pretty glow when the candles are lit inside. And of course, I'm hoping to have a fire roaring in the fireplace tomorrow. :) Ah, hopefully it'll feel nice and homey for everyone.