cToday we're talking about redefining Thanksgiving Traditions in midlife. This may be especially relevant if your tradition will necessarily change due to a change in status. This could be due to divorce, loss of a parent, being newly empty-nested or simply that you want to try something new! Traditions are great, until they're not. I think sometimes we fail to recognize this.  We expect the 'Norman Rockwell' painting during the Holidays, when in fact, that rarely happens; it's a complete illusion! We want you to embrace new traditions. Take what you enjoyed from past traditions and let go of the rest. Expectations can be joy-killers.     Cam and Amelia give you a humorous, heart-warming look at what creating new traditions can look like. 02:10 Traditions: Paternal grandparents, husband, separate opinions. 04:45 Large family gathering without alcohol and games. 07:29 Family traditions can change as kids grow. 11:34 Holiday plans with family may change, adapting graciously. 13:51 Thanksgiving with kids: hike, breakfast, brewery, fun. 18:11 My daughter went, relatives can be stressful. 19:58 Father uncomfortable on holidays, no need to entertain. 23:12 Little considerations during the holidays for hosts. 26:26 Downloadable guide with episode references available. Mentioned in this episode: Star Bradbury Listen to Episode 127 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1803976/13906666 November Book Deal: Save 35% in November -Use CAREGIVER at checkout https://starbradbury.com/november-is-national-family-caregivers-month/ 100 Episodes, 100 Tips Listen to Episode 100; https://www.buzzsprout.com/1803976/12715126 100 Things PDF: Click HERE Stay Connected! Amelia Website: https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/ Cam Website: https://www.camoyler.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/ Please share, rate, and review the podcast. We appreciate you! ❤️