Last year, I was a cranky first trimester pregnant lady...and I didn't get any pictures on Thanksgiving. I did make Abby a fun turkey snack, similar to the picture below, but think less perfect ;)
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Two years ago, I made Abby a cute little outfit and Josie a matching hair bow. If you have a glue gun and can cut ribbon, this is super easy to make.
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If you need some last minute party game ideas - play Minute to Win It! They don't require a lot of planning and most of the supplies you can find around the house. I highly recommend Elephant March and Bite Me...they are hilarious to watch! :)
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John and I are in charge of bringing a snack and drink. This Pumpkin Pie Dip is delicious - and I'm not a huge pumpkin flavored type of person. We eat it with apple slices and cinnamon graham crackers.
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As for the drink, we make the same one every year. John got this recipe from his brother, and they call it Spiced Wine. There is no wine involved, so I'm not sure where that name comes from! You can leave out the alcohol if you want. It really tastes great either way! Here's the recipe:
Spiced Wine
2 jugs of cranberry juice (64 oz each)
2.5 cups apple juice
6 Tbsp sugar
2 whole cinnamon sticks (about 3 inches long)
1 tsp all spice
2 cups brandy (optional)
Place in a large stock pot and heat until warm. Or, you can place in a slow cooker and keep on low for several hours (this is the method we use).
Hope you all have a great weekend - stay warm! :)
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Love the lil turkey shirt! I may try that...
ReplyDeleteThanks! I'm hoping I can squeeze Tim into it this year :)
DeleteI'd imagine that Minute to Win It games would be very entertaining a holiday parties!!
ReplyDeleteIt is hilarious!! :) We did Christmas themed ones last year - I'll post those ones soon!
DeleteMmmm sounds like mulled wine....love it! I think I will make that turkey snack this year. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI think we're making a fruit turkey this year - thank goodness for Pinterest! ;)
DeleteThat pumpkin dip is my favorite! I just made it for a work party today and brought vanilla wafers and ginger snaps. I'll have to try the apples tho!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely trying wafers this year - thanks :)
DeleteThat pumpkin dip does look good, and I am not a big fan of pumpkin either. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteIt is a great alternative if you arent a huge pumpkin pie fan but still want that traditional Thanksgiving food :)
DeleteI'm gonna bookmark this page, lots of great ideas! We were just talking about Minute to Win It games!!
ReplyDeleteYou definitely have to try them!! We love it, and it's great for all ages to get involved :)
Deleteohh that dip sounds so good! xo jillian - stop by! I'm hosting a Mama Mio giveaway on cornflake dreams
ReplyDeleteIt is my favorite part of the meal ;)
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