thanksgiving

My usual Thanksgiving is rather different compared to American families, but all in all it's the same idea. During Thanksgiving break there usually is an Asian party every night to attend to. Instead of spending the holiday with quality family time, we spend it with the Asian community.

The food is really yummy; it's a potluck so every family brings a dish or two, and the hostess usually makes a nice delicious turkey. First the kids get their dinner, then the grandparents, and then the parents. Afterwards the grandparents set up to play mahjong, which is a traditional Chinese game, the parents get ready to play cards all night long, and the kids gather around to play games, like hide-n-seek or sardines, or watch a movie.

Overall it's a different experience than a real Thanksgiving dinner. To tell you the truth, I think it's an excuse to throw a party. But it's nice, to be able to spend this holiday with people you love and to give thanks. And, of course, the food is delicious. Not the traditional turkey with gravy and stuffing, but it'll do.