Usually on Thanksgiving, people drive or fly back to the old homestead to celebrate with family and friends. My memories of the celebration include a long dining room table that actually fits in the dining room, a place we only visit on Thanksgiving and Christmas.
The dining room is now only an option in much of the construction industry, particularly in our large cities. Preparation of dinner begins at 7 a.m.
when the turkey is stuffed and placed in the oven to cook for hours while potatoes and vegetables are prepared, pies are baked, and cranberry sauce is stirred.
This year, the epidemiologists are begging us to stay home and celebrate Thanksgiving only among members of the same household.