The L.A. Dime

It seems that after you’ve been dating your significant other for a while, people start to ask “so, how did you two meet”. Every couple has their own story and ours began on Thanksgiving Day, thirteen years ago. I won’t bore you with the details but for all that know us, you know that it’s what we call our “typical KY story”, which we then follow with a chuckle and a big smile. So every year, I am reminded of that cold day at the Walters’ annual Turkey Bash, where a college freshman was standing in the kitchen getting a drink, when her tall, handsome “all american boy” walked in…and into her heart.

But enough about that….Thanksgiving is Brad’s favorite holiday. I believe it is because he has many, many years of fond memories which include an amazing meal, every family member surrounding multiple tables, all the cousins making fun of each other, lots of football watching and maybe even a quick nap on a well-loved couch.

Moving to LA 10 years ago meant that we’d start our own traditions and memories. It began with us hosting Turkey Day at our apartment in Hollywood and inviting anyone that didn’t have a family close by….which was mostly Brad’s USC friends. Over time, that group expanded to and include dates, girlfriends/boyfriends and eventually spouses. While there certainly is a bit of preparing and trying to figure out where to seat everyone, the actual task of making the turkey is one that I don’t find that hard and actually quite enjoy. I’ve done it since my college years at Xavier and very much look forward to it. Back then, I’d get up early to put the bird in the oven and then sleep for a few more hours. Today, our little Sophie doesn’t allow for a lot of sleeping in but she sure was excited this year (it seems that she’s starting to understand the anticipation and then happening of big events).

A few years back, we started taking turns with our dear friends Mark & Faleena. This year, it was their turn to host and we were so looking forward to having it at their new house, with their new baby Caitlin. They did an amazing job with the food, decorations and making everyone feel right at home.

I am thankful to have the opportunity to be with our little family; to be surrounded by our dear friends who are there for us when and where ever; family that supports our adventures; to have our health (and that includes having figured out about Brad’s Celiac disease); to have a job that helps provide for us; and the moments of happiness that come from simple things like hearing Sophie call for me and Brad smiling at me for no reason at all.

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