Oaks and pines

We're staying at a new place in Eastham on Eldia Way. West of where we have been residing. It's a nice big and cozy house in the woods. We had Thanksgiving dinner last night indoors with almost the whole family. The food all worked out: Tofurkey and roast veg, stuffing, gravy, cranberry sauce, candied sweet potatoes, roasted squash, green bean casserole, crescent rolls, mac and cheese. Apple and pumpkin pie. Apple filling was good but crust was tough. Pumpkin was great. There were enough chairs and cups and silverware. Everyone was civil and in good spirits. We watched Shrek and lazed about. Cleaned up. It was a success, I think. Violet was very happy to be the host, taking coats, setting up the cheese tray, getting drinks. It's a lesson I haven't been able to teach at home. I walked in the morning around the neighborhood, then we all went out to Nauset Light Beach. Heavy surf and much of the beach is gone, such that the cliffs are at serious risk. DH rode out to Wellfleet which he's doing again right now. We'll host everyone again tonight for BIL birthday. (One thing to note in case I read this next year: the Orleans Stop and Shop is open until 10 PM and fully stocked!) This morning I went to First Encounter for a bit then to the Superette. It's nice to be on the other side of Thanksgiving. The house is nice. It all worked out. Next time be hopeful! Now if we can just make it across for sunset...