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He FINALLY arrived just before Thanksgiving

13 years ago

not as big as some posted on here but I think he is just the cutest - got him for $3 at a Thrift Store along with the leaf $1 (a little blurry) and the gold goblet $3.00. The top comes off the turkey and there is a spoon slot - not sure what he was meant to be used for but he will grace our table. The arrangement in the background is a $5 Walmart pumpkin with Dollar Tree and Michaels $1 fall bushes .....

Lynne

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plainjane425
13 years ago
Lynne...looks like there will be 'Two' of you who will be
thankful on Thanksgiving >> You for finding Mr Turkey, and Mr Turkey... for having a Home for Thanksgiving!!
He is cute and has great color to him. With that spoon slot, he might be a 'gravy boat'. Any way you use him, he will look right at home on your table. The leaf dish is very pretty too and the colors match your turkey. I see you put a votive in the gold goblet which is a great idea and looks nice too. I think it will give a nice 'glow' when it's lighted. Your centerpiece came out lovely and looks like it was waiting for the 'accessories' you just brought home. They all work so well together, and will look just perfect on your table.
Glad you got your turkey...

Happy Thanksgiving!

jane
jeannespines
13 years ago
Just in time, lynne...for the big day! Gobble! Gobble! Enjoy 'em on your table! TFS! Jeanne S.
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punk...you're too funny...srut your stuff! As far as my photography...I'm really still working on it. You should see how many I have to delete. I wish I could have 'lessons' on this camera. Betty..thank you. That pumpkin soup sounds like it's going to be yummy. I know what you mean about 'the hunt' is part of the fun, in finding the right pieces to go with your dishes. I'm so glad you're enjoying them and making all sorts of great plans for them too. We'll be waiting. Lynn...glad you're enjoying your napkin rings. I'm looking forward to seeing them. Now, it will be MY turn to sit back and enjoy everyone's Fall tables. That will be fun for me. jay...thanks...wow right thru to Dec..for sure everyone would be 'Banning' me from this site!!! LOL but thanks anyway. I'm looking forward to seeing everyone elses tables now... Lynne..thank you. I'm hoping for you too, that you will have those boxes out and you can enjoy decorating for yourself. How generous of you to do that for your sister and her husband. I'm sure she's very greatful. Also how nice to have her nearby now to enjoy each other's homes. Glad I 'inspired' you. jane
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Actually, his job was pretty boring. His normal work is as a bill collector. This week, there are are so many downed and dangerous wires, that pretty much everyone in bill collecting and meter reading is being conscripted to do 'wire watch'. He spent 16 hours by a hot wire, alone, just making sure no one stepped on it, drove over it, or otherwise put themselves in danger. Trust me--the bill collecting stories are MUCH better--LOL. Those who need machines for health issues, and who have filled out and submitted the appropriate paperwork are considered priority customers. They should have been the very first ones taken care of after the storm was over. I doubt any of those are left now. And as of last night, there weren't too many more customers still out. I'm hoping that maybe this was the last of the OT for now. At least, there's a 3 day weekend coming up--IF there's no more overtime. But I will pass along your comments--in a bit--thank you for them. He's been fed, had a shower, and is just going to lie down for a few hours.
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Purplemoon
13 years ago
Oh good grief....from your subject line I thought it was the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown! Instead its a turkey.
A great turkey. lol. I'm so glad you got one and that he arrived in time to be enjoyed. He must be for gravy, or even jam like my Haldon rabbit piece. The leaf is a good match for him. With the floral arrangement, its all such bright and happy colors for your table.

hugs, Karen
luvstocraft
13 years ago
I can't believe how well the leaf goes with your turkey! What a lucky find, they both look great. Your floral arrangement and the glass votive holder are perfect accents too. Have fun with your new treasures. Luvs
excessfroufrou
13 years ago
He is really pretty, and such a great deal just in time for Thanksgiving. Your candle holder is very nice too.
Frou
phonegirl
13 years ago
Lynne, so happy you found your turkey. Pretty leaf dish and beautiful floral arrangement you made.

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nana2010_gw
13 years ago
Lynne, Glad he arrived in time.
He is really cute.
Happy Thanksgiving!
NanaKaren

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