[Lynn]

My mother makes the best jello concoction--red jello, chock full of whole cranberries, pineapple, apples, and walnuts. It's amazing. I've tried to make it a few times, but it won't set up. I don't think she's giving me the full recipe.

My sister-in-law is doing Thanksgiving this year. It's a big undertaking, and I'm appreciative of her efforts. I wish she didn't steam everything, including the turkey. A little spice and salt would go a long way, too. I never thought I'd prefer my mother's overdone bird to a fairly moist one with no flavor.

We live far away from everyone, or we could invite them to the best Thanksgiving meal, ever. It would, however, include the notorious green bean casserole!