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First, my mom has been in the hospital for over a week now. Which means that I have to take care of Dad. Then, my aunt's son-in-law gets put in the hospital. Of course and with understanding reason, she had to cancel Thanksgiving. We always go to my aunt's place for Thanksgiving. Since she canceled it, I now have to come up with Thanksgiving dinner on $42.

I know that I shouldn't be complaining. I know that I should be grateful. I am just so stretched to the point that I do not know what to do. I have a call in to my pdoc so that she can either phone in valium for during the day or xanax at night considering I haven't been sleeping well. Guys and gals, I just don't know what I am going to do. I've already punched the door several times. I am totally stressed and am at my absolute wits end. Say a prayer for me please.
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Awww I wish you wouldn't hurt your hands like that :(.. Please I really care about you.
You may think it strange but you CAN have a great meal for $42.00. The turkey I bought was only .98 cents a lb. Potatos are not very expensive either. one more veggie and you've got a meal. It's not the food that matters anyhow young man.. it's the love in your heart.
I'm praying for you and God hears me.
Wishing you a brighter day and all the blessings of the Lord.
I pray for your family members who are ill in Jesus Holy name.
Amen
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take a deep breath and relax. The stores are running great specials. Here in Tx Super S has a full meal deal if you buy a turkey, they give you all the trimmings and sides free. Check your papers, their is probably a store in your area doing similar things. Turkey is cheap you should be able to get it for around .67 per lb. If anyone else is coming to your house, have them bring a dish. Things will work out.
dobiedots
dobiedots
WOW Benjamun...that's an excellent idea!!!!
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Orb, thank you for the encouragement.

Benjamin, the store here require a pre-order. But I will ask and see if they will make an exception when I go to town later today to get all the items I can on that budget.
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How many people do you need to feed?
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Bless your heart !!!! I wish you and Dad lived close by I would invite you over to our house.
The guys here are right # 1 TG food is on sale everywhere so you may get good deals.Try a turkey cutlet or small breast instead of whole turkey and the sides don't have to cost so much.A box of stove top stuffing some green beans and voile you have a meal.:) You can do this I promise !!!!Besides #2 is that your Dad isn't going to care WHAT you make he is going to be thankful that you are here with him.
Take care ,
Christi
deleted_user
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Lindel, I need to feed roughly 8. That's the condensed version.
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You can just buy the Turkey.. have everyone else bring something with eight people you only need a 6 lb bird. 1/2 lb per person!!! plus that can be one person bring the ingredients for punch Fruit flavored soda and sherbet 2 people bring a side and another desert.

You should do fine!!!
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My mom's in the hospital too..trying to figure out a way to get a turkey dinner to her and my dad. Wish I could send you our free turkey, not using. We get one free every year for shopping there. But I'm sure, too, you can do it for $42..plus don't be afraid to ask your store, local charities for help. They just love helping out during the holidays!
Sending prayers in lieu of a turkey :-)
bbipolar
bbipolar
In my family I just assign everyone a task. One person brings the wine. Another brings or bakes the dessert. I make the turkey and potatoes, the cheapest part. Someone else brings the green bean caserole. I never considered this at all different from other families, doesn't everyone do that?
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yes go with the pot luck for sure.... tell them that no one makes xyz like they do and would they please grace the family with thier dish... DO the turkey and make some mashed potatoes and green bean cassarole which makes it seem fancy... (2 cans of string beans drained 1 can mushroom soup and 1 can durkee dried onions... the recipe is on the can of onions usually in the veggie isle... anything else rely on family... it will turn out great
deleted_user
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Here the churches (especially the catholic ones) are more than happy to help people out with groceries in a time of need.
I agree with the others, I'm sure you can do it. Just stick to the basics and ask people to bring something.
Good luck and Bless you and your family. Hope your Mom gets better soon!
deleted_user
deleted_user
Calm,Space, Breathe.
Scream if you have to.
My door is fucked too.

I'll pray.I just needed proof of Existence..So now I pray.
I hope you have the strength to see that it's not impossible.
Peace and love
deleted_user
deleted_user
First, I'd say try the potluck idea. Second, a lot of churches give out Thanksgiving care packages, you might check into that. Third, I'm sure this sounds cold-hearted but why do you have to have Thanksgiving at all? If you feel you absolutely must why do you have to have turkey? Why not tacos?
deleted_user
deleted_user
Take a deep breath, you can pull this off. Just give up the idea of doing it just like your aunt/mother/grandma always does. Admit you need help, ask everyone to pitch in, and give yourself a break. It doesn't even have to be a turkey if thats too difficult. Make whatever is easiest for you to handle. I'll send a prayer your way. Let go of all those expectations.
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