While living overseas, I like to share our American culture with others. (Last year we had just arrived, so it was just the two of us…and the cable company) This year, I invited the Cub Scouts to celebrate Thanksgiving in Indonesia with us. Although this group is multinational, none previously had the opportunity to enjoy a Thanksgiving feast.We met up at the Kite Museum for a tour and making kites to knock out the last requirement for the Art Explosion elective, and then we all caravanned to my place for lunch.
We met up at the Kite Museum for a tour and making kites to knock out the last requirement for the Art Explosion elective, and then we all caravanned to my place for lunch.
Upon arrival, the kids attempted to fly their kites outside and played at the neighborhood playground, while the grown ups got everything set up inside. We had some snacks set out: roasted cashews, cinnamon spiced almonds, cheddar cheese, apple slices, green olives, and pita crackers. Some noshed while others carved the turkey, poured juice for the kiddos, and pulled the side dishes out of the oven.
When everything was ready, we gathered in the living room to quickly share our Thanksgiving traditions and the feast began!
We had roasted turkey, sage stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, green bean casserole, corn pudding, sweet potato casserole with marshmallows, green salad, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie, apple pie, and chocolate chip cookies.
The kids sat at the kids table in the family room. They were all so well behaved. They were adventurous in trying new foods, and they even put their plates in the kitchen when they were finished eating!
At the adult table, we took turns sharing a few things that we are thankful for. I think everyone was thankful for Cub Scouts – the opportunity to spend quality time with their children as well as having the opportunity to meet people outside of their normal/natural circle of friends.
Now that our second Thanksgiving in Indonesia is a wrap…I think it is time to put up the Christmas tree!