A singular bead of sweat appeared on your forehead. You were seated and ready. Finally, it was time.
Your fork was perched elegantly in your hand. Your glass was full, waiting for the first sip. Your grandpa was scooping mashed potatoes on his plate at a snail’s pace. At that point, you would be waiting until Christmas to take your first bite. For the love of all that is good, you wished he would have hurried up.
It was 5 P.M. You were hungry and, no, you didn’t want to go get your weird aunt another glass of wine.
Was this Thanksgiving or "The Hunger Games?"
OK, that was a little dramatic, but every family hits a few bumps around the Thanksgiving table. Here are the six inevitable moments that make Thanksgiving complete.
1. We spend the first 10 minutes going around the table, with everyone stating what they are thankful for. Tik tock, we do this every year, people. Why didn’t you come prepared?
2. Your grandma waits until you are around the table with an audience to ask abut your love life. Sorry grams, still single. Yes, I get it. Dating in your day meant real dates not red solo cups. Things are a little different now.
3. Your mom fills your glass with apple cider. Let’s stop pretending now. I want champagne.
4. Why am I still at the kids’ table? Last time I checked I’m an adult.
5. You got stuck with dish duty because you didn’t contribute to making the meal. Well, excuse me, if we were making easy mac I’d be the MVP chef.
6. Your uncle asks you how pre-business is going. Welp, Uncle Todd, I switched to communications a year ago. Let’s just say it’s going much better.
