An East Coast Thanksgiving

On our many drives, on our way to work, on our way from work, to Eddie's parents, back to Monica's and Jason's, Eddie would remark, "Could you have ever predicted that you would be here on Staten Island with your fiancé?" Nope, not a million years. It was a fast and furious trip as usual, filled with lots of food and laughter of course. Although, it's difficult not to be cracking jokes with Eddie (and that would be x 2 when we're in NY). It was a whirlwind, but such a memorable trip complete with a home cooked meal prepared by Monica and Jason, to a delicious Thanksgiving feast where everyone contributed. Eddie and I basically contributed to the eating part. I guess that's the good thing about visiting from of town. While we had planned on visiting the city on our last day, the cold weather motivated us to watch a movie instead. I always knew Eddie loved me, but on this trip, I must say he proved it again when he agreed to run outside in 25 degree weather. It was rough. Well, this west coast gal learned something on this trip! Go the gym instead on days like this.

We always seem to begin our NY trip at the same place, a bagel shop.

The size of this bagel is unbelievable.



Celebrating at his 75th birthday party, Dad is engaging the crowd with a story.

"And then the cop saw the photo of the bunny, and decided I was harmless...." You had to be there.

A lovely trio.

The Harr Family - Monica, Snoopy, Jason

Italian subs, caprese salad, mixed salad, pasta salad, mac and cheese, meatballs with Dougie first in line.

 

The Original Mauriellos

Wow, thanks for the Devil's Food cake! What's everyone else having?



Dougie providing his expert advice on turkey carving. Eddie pretending to listen.

Cousin Ava, Dougie, Patrica.

Who knew he was so handy around the kitchen?

 

Sisters Michelle and Monica looking festive for the holidays.

Dad, Aunt Carol, Mom

Somehow Eddie scored first class tickets user saver award miles. I'm still not sure how he was able to do this.

Since we're on an international airplane, this flight had pods as seats that allow you to lie down while you sleep.

 

Two big televisions - Eddie was in absolute bliss.

We returned to a beautiful San Diego sunset and the side of Eddie's face.