[alisasny]

That is wonderful about your Dad. Sadly I have a new job this year, carving the bird. Our Uncle Billy usually does the deal but he recently had major surgury and frankly we are lucky he is even coming this year. He always has done such a wonderful job but now I must take over.

It is possible he may offer but believe me, I am not even going to ask.

[AnAmericanMother]

It's sad to see our parents and their generation slowing down (my daddy is 82). But all we can do is bless them, and enjoy the time we have left . . .

Enjoy your Thanksgiving, and tell Uncle Billy "This Bird's for You!"

[SuzanneWeeks]

LOL.. I have no idea how but over the past few years I have assumed this job (I'm only 31 :)) Everywhere I go I get, "Suzanne, please carve the bird/ham, you do such a good job"
I have 2 theories on why.
1. My Knives, I bring my own where ever I go. Henkels Professional Series and a steel or sharpener. You knives need to be mega sharp to carve/cut well.
2. I throw everyone out of the kitchen, wash my hands very well and basically disassemble the bird or ham with my hands and a small pairing knife. I then carve the small sections down to a platter and come out all smiles...
I know, it's cheating, I am sure that I will be found out soon. Happy Thanksgiving!
Suzanne