When the Fulbright office contacted Vince, informing him of the invitation by the U.S.Ambassador, John Beyrle, to join him for Thanksgiving dinner, we discussed and decided it would not be something that was planned with children in mind, as it only extended the invitation to Fulbright awardees and their spouses. Sooooo....when the Ambassador's assistant contacted Vince separately inquiring about our 5 children, we surprised to say the very least!
Can anyone out there tell me how to prepare 5 children ages 10 and under for a Thasnksgiving dinner with someone like the Ambassador? Maybe I should have blogged about this 2 days ago when I found out we are all encouraged to attend. I probably do have someone reading this who has some useful tips for success.
Anyway, we decided that any children who can sit respectfully through an Eastern Orthodox Mass 2 Sundays in a row. not understanding any of the spoken language, are capable of behaving themselves are 2.5 hours with food and guests who can speak English. I sure hope we were right. Here we go. Please say a prayer for us. Thanks!
Happy Thanksgiving! I''m thankful for this wonderful opportunity and for all of my family and friends around the world!
How'd the meal turn out?!?
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