The First Thanksgiving, 22 Nov 12

My first Thanksgiving in Melbourne didn't feel much like Thanksgiving - sunny, 65 degrees, leafy trees, blooming gardens, green cricket ovals. And I have a total stuffy head all the time (if I don't take allergy meds) because of all the pollen in the air.

In the spirit of the day, the American and 3 Scots went out for gelato from Brunneti's Italian on Lygon Street a 15 minute walk from where we're staying. It was delicious. And a lot easier than turkey and dressing. :) They asked me how thanksgiving started, I gave a pretty poor answer involving Abe Lincoln (who made it an official holiday). Susan said, "Deedn't it have to do with the Meyflewer?" So I added the pilgrims. It's been awhile since elementary school...

 Tommy (red hair) and Peter have been my breakfast companions for the past few weeks, Susan I met that evening. Tommy said to wish all of you a good thanks giving. Oh, and I added one of me at the end. :)