Whenever we have family get togethers, Iām always the cook in the kitchen or at the BBQ. I donāt really mind. I love keeping busy and I always have family members come in and talk to me which is nice, Iām not really a big crowd person so it works for me. I recently made a huge banquet for my Dadās 80th birthday which was the last big family gathering we had. It was a huge event and I was so glad I did cooking prep before the big day. Helped alot. My immediate family come together for finner every night, which is nice to touch base with everyone in the family and keep the family connected. Extended family are a country away so it is hard to get over to see them often. I think it has been 5 years since Iāve been to my home town. Think it makes us cherish and be thankful of the memories we create when we are together.
I always give handmade gifts, but all the family members are different.
Wow what a great experience @redhada What a discovery
I feel providing with meals/food to other human beings is one of the most noble acts and at the same time one of the most satisfying to oneself. So sweet from you, Belle.
@redhada this was so beautiful
Well, I think the less said about my cooking, the better.
When I proposed to my wife, I made her a lovely candlelit curry. That is, it was lovely until I burned myself and dropped the rice on the floor!
Luckily, my wifeās a great cook, even though she doesnāt think so.
Omg, what a coincidence! Just a few days ago, I was chatting with a friend over dinner about family trees too. It really feels so special and meaningful when you realize how many connections link us to the past, those family bonds are truly something magical. 
Indeed! When you start to discover surnames and start asking who you really are, which is your familyā¦ it even comes a moment when it stops making any sense at allā¦ You can imagine a long movie about those generations, what branch would it be about?
It served to me to check I am a real āgataā. People who belong to Madrid at least for 3 generations with all the ancestors belonging here are called ācatsā (gatos and gatas for women). Thereāre a couple of theories about why.
It is curious because people from big citiesā families stablished long ago it is not easy to find their roots, as they are places that attract migrations so, where do you really come from? do you have an original region? did your ancestors migrated here long ago or theyāve been around here for centuries. If your parents migrated to that city from a small place, it is very easy that they come from there and didnāt move for a loong time, more if you go back to the last century or XIX, your family was already there, as there was not as much migrations as there are today.
I donĀ“t know, it gives you a deep source of thought to work onā¦ maybe more if youāre a lover of the search of the origins of civilizations, as I am.
Friday Fun Recap | Memories Around the Table
Thank you all for joining last weekās Friday Fun! 
Your stories were so heartfelt ā full of family traditions, cozy dinners, unforgettable moments, and the warmth that only comes from gathering around the table.
From holiday feasts to simple meals shared with loved ones, every memory you shared made this week feel extra special. 
A big thank-you to all our amazing participants:
@amber_curtis, @99YearsCreations, @BellethehowtoGuru, @DianeB, @Judi_B, @MCVDFC, @Mary_Williams, @Samantha_Bryant, @SarahiRubio, @Simply_Shantoya, @Stephanie_Boone, @misshaven, @prinsesaian, and @redhada
Each of you will receive 30 Community Cheers for sharing your stories and creations with us! 
Special shout-out to @amber_curtis and @misshaven. Youāve each won a material gift. Please message @Jodie to claim your material gift.
Itās always heartwarming to see how everyone celebrates in their own special way, from family crafts and kidsā costumes to creative booths and Halloween workouts! Thank you for bringing so much color and joy to our community.
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Thank you for the cheers, @Jodie ! 
It was so nice to read everyoneās Thanksgiving stories! And a huge congratulations to @amber_curtis and @misshaven! 
Enjoy your gifts!
Thank you for the cheers 
congrats to @amber_curtis @misshaven
Congratulations to all.
Thank you so much @Jodie ! This round even you share something about families and round tables 
@amber_curtis and @misshaven I hope you get a nice material gift you wish 
Thanks for the cheers. I enjoyed the stories.
Thanks for the cheers and congrats to @amber_curtis and @misshaven
Wow! thank you @Jodie 
Congratulations to all!
Aww thank you so very much! It was so nice to read each oneās comments and shared memories! And thank you for reading mine! It felt good to share that special memory here because it has been this very community thatās help be over come that deep sadness after losing my dear mom. Thank you all for all the uplifting support here! Truly means a lot and more than some actually realize here. Shout out to you all! Many hugs if I could hug you all!