Thanksgiving Cactus

I planted this succulent basket back in September. See Succulent Container Garden . The cactus is apparently very happy with its new home because not only has it grown new leaves, it is now in full bloom.  Beautiful!  That's why I've re-named it Thanksgiving Cactus.

Speaking of Thanksgiving, I'm planning my menu for both the traditional feast in the early afternoon, plus hor d'oeuvres and desserts for later in the evening. Just how much of my own garden produce will I be using?

• onions and a carrot for the dressing
• green beans with butter
• pickled beets
• butternut squash
• blueberries for a tart & blueberry nut bread

The rest of my produce will come from the store - locally produced whenever possible:

• roasted sweet potatoes and cauliflower
• pickles and olives
• mashed white potatoes
• pumpkin for pie
• celery for dressing & raw for snacking
• cranberries, apples, & celery for cranberry jello

Yes, there will also be a turkey. Now that's a feast.

Happy Thanksgiving to all my readers.  I really do appreciate the time you take to visit my blog.  I leave you today with a close-up of my Thanksgiving Cactus turned into pastel artwork via Corel Painter 11.