Thanksgiving in DC

November 23, 2010 was the day we did not let the world slip through our fingers. Instead of a PanAm flight, we hopped on Southwest on the first leg of a trip around the world. We will see exotic sights, wild animals, different cultures; first stop Washington, DC.

We are spending the Thanksgiving holidays with son Jeff, daughter Cheryl and son-in-law Dave in DC. Our first day was practice eating at neighborhood restaurants and doing the requisite last minute shopping.

The evening was dedicated to the first of several theater opportunities. Superior Donuts at the Studio Theater is the story of a Polish donut shop owner, his young black assistant, and the good and bad people of their declining Chicago neighborhood. The story was poignant and humorous, an excellent small theater presentation.

We started the great feast day with a Turkey Trot along the Potomac. The 5K run (Cheryl) walk (the rest of us) was a fund raiser for a local charity and a fun activity.


Then it was home to prep for dinner. As befits their excellent cooking skills, dinner was delicious.

Jerry’s famous apple pie was a luscious finale. We enjoyed spending time with guests Juliette (friend of C’s from UCLA) and her friend Mark and C’s swim and book friend Steve.