I just wanted to thank you all for ALL your support. First, financially. And second, all your prayers, blog comments, and facebook messages. They seriously keep me going. Here in Romania, we’re experiencing some lovely COLD weather, so here are some pictures of our Romanian November. But first, Thanksgiving!

Linsdey and I just spent the morning cooking for 19 Americans, 2 Brits, and a Canadian.

On a budget of $65.

And we pulled off…

2 Chickens
Homemade cranberry sauce, made from CRAISINS.
(it actually worked!)
Green Bean Casserole
Mashed Potatoes
Bread
Pumpkin Bars
Apple Crisp
Apple Cider
Pumpkin Chai Tea
Mac n Cheese
Oriental Salad

So for a little less than $3 a person (our normal budget for the whole day, we pulled it off!)

(ON THE WORLD RACE) I AM THANKFUL FOR… jars of peanut butter!
(ON THE WORLD RACE) I AM THANKFUL FOR… toilets that can flush toilet paper!
(ON THE WORLD RACE) I AM THANKFUL FOR… garlic salt!
The houses we and Habitat for Humanity are working on building.
(ON THE WORLD RACE) I AM THANKFUL FOR… hot water!
(ON THE WORLD RACE) I AM THANKFUL FOR… having cooking skills!
(ON THE WORLD RACE) I AM THANKFUL FOR… a sturdy pair of sandals.
Cooking in the Kitchen with Sam.
(ON THE WORLD RACE) I AM THANKFUL FOR… new brothers and sisters that call me into greatness.
(ON THE WORLD RACE) I AM THANKFUL FOR… alumni blogs that told me to pack things like leggings, a buff, ear plugs, and greeting cards.
“snow!” … actually, frost.
(ON THE WORLD RACE) I AM THANKFUL FOR… months where it’s chilly outside and therefore don’t sweat and have to do more laundry.
(ON THE WORLD RACE) I AM THANKFUL FOR… bobby pins and french braids to pin up unwashed hair.
(ON THE WORLD RACE) I AM THANKFUL FOR… busses, trains, and planes that actually have leg room.
sleigh ride in a winter wonderland.
(ON THE WORLD RACE) I AM THANKFUL FOR… months when our stomachs are healthy enough that bowel movements aren’t the topic of conversation at each meal.
One third of our table, set for Thanksgiving. 
(ON THE WORLD RACE) I AM THANKFUL FOR… the men from our teams who are currently in the kitchen doing all the thanksgiving dishes for 22 people to give us girls a break. they’re the best!
Happy Thanksgiving! I am so thankful for you all!