Jonathan Meyer.

Throughout my life, I wouldn’t describe myself as a “mommas boy”. Quite frankly we have always butted heads a little more than we needed too. Oh she’s going to hate that I’m writing this but I’ll do it anyway.

Over my five day thanksgiving break this year things looked a little bit different. Dad had to work the holiday and the days surrounding, which we can understand. I suppose having a funeral director around is decently important in society. In addition to Dad being gone, my sister was off with another group of people halfway across the country. That left just me and my mom, not exactly two peas in a pod by any means.

Our adventures included a few naps in the living room, attending the Meskwaki Turkey Trot, watching crime documentaries, and our favorite activity of the whole break – painting.

While none of these activities were in particular serious, it was very enjoyable and healthy to take a step closer to my mom. Without her I wouldn’t be here and believe me if I upset her I won’t be here either.

I’ll never regret spending time with my mom, in fact I’m thankful for it.

Until next Thanksgiving, I’m just Jonathan.