The Bers? NOOOOOOOO How did we go backwards?Today folks we move along and see that we have 66 days remaining until Thanksgiving and 40 days to go until The Bers.
(Just kidding. Pretty sure this is a typo and Edge meant to say "November.")
The Bers? NOOOOOOOO How did we go backwards?Today folks we move along and see that we have 66 days remaining until Thanksgiving and 40 days to go until The Bers.
Gobble, gobble!!!Hooray for the single-digit week count!
OctoberB for me. It starts the Bers, but it can't beat October!
So this is kind of hilarious.
For picture day, I wanted Gemini (that's Google's AI) to create a picture of "a Broadway play about Thanksgiving." Instead, when I gave it the prompt, it actually wrote an entire synopsis about this fictional Thanksgiving musical instead. So for my "picture day" offering today, I give you "The Great Gobbler Gala," as told by AI.
"The Great Gobbler Gala" is a hit Broadway musical that transforms the traditional Thanksgiving dinner into a spectacular, high-energy stage production.
Act I opens in the bustling kitchen of the Cranberry family, a multi-generational household preparing for their annual Thanksgiving feast. Mrs. Cranberry, a matriarch with a heart of gold and a voice that could fill Radio City Music Hall, orchestrates the chaos. We meet her quirky family: a cynical teenage daughter glued to her phone, a bumbling but well-meaning husband, and a set of eccentric grandparents who keep reliving past Thanksgivings.
As the family struggles with a stubborn turkey and a collapsing pumpkin pie, a dramatic overture swells, and the stage transforms into a vibrant, stylized representation of their home. The ensemble, dressed as various Thanksgiving dishes – dancing green beans, tap-dancing sweet potatoes, and a chorus of singing dinner rolls – burst onto the stage in a dazzling opening number, "Gravy Train to Gratitude."
The central conflict arises when Mrs. Cranberry's estranged brother, a flamboyant celebrity chef named Chef Antoine, unexpectedly arrives. Antoine, who believes Thanksgiving should be a gourmet, avant-garde experience, clashes with Mrs. Cranberry's traditional approach. Their rivalry culminates in a hilarious culinary showdown, complete with synchronized whisking and spatula duels, in the song "Mashed Potato Mayhem."
Amidst the family drama, the cynical daughter, Lily, finds herself drawn to the story of the first Thanksgiving, as told by her grandfather. The stage magically shifts to a poignant tableau of the Pilgrims and Native Americans sharing their first harvest, accompanied by a soulful ballad, "Seeds of Peace."
Act I ends with a cliffhanger: the power goes out just as the turkey is about to be carved, leaving the family in darkness and despair, wondering if their Thanksgiving will be ruined. The curtain falls on the ensemble frozen in shock, bathed in the flickering glow of a single flashlight.
Act II opens in the still-dark Cranberry home. The family, initially distraught, begins to find creative solutions. Grandpa, with a twinkle in his eye, leads a shadow puppet show, reenacting historical Thanksgiving moments. Chef Antoine, surprisingly, uses his culinary expertise to whip up impromptu, delicious dishes from what's available.
Lily, inspired by the historical tales, takes center stage to unite her bickering family. She performs a powerful, emotional song, "More Than Just a Meal," reminding everyone that Thanksgiving is about love, family, and gratitude, not just the perfect dinner. The stage slowly brightens, symbolizing the renewed warmth and connection within the family.
In a heartwarming turn, Mrs. Cranberry and Chef Antoine reconcile, realizing their shared passion for food and family. They collaborate on a grand finale dish, a fusion of their traditional and gourmet styles. The ensemble reappears, now dressed in sparkling, festive costumes, and the stage is adorned with twinkling lights and autumn leaves.
The play culminates in a breathtaking grand finale, "A Feast of Forever," where the entire cast comes together in a joyous celebration. They share a symbolic meal, now lit by dozens of glowing lanterns, singing about the enduring spirit of Thanksgiving. As the final notes ring out, confetti shaped like autumn leaves falls from the ceiling, and the audience is left with a feeling of warmth, happiness, and gratitude. The Cranberry family, now more united than ever, takes their final bow, a testament to the power of family, forgiveness, and the timeless magic of Thanksgiving.
I'm just now seeing this, and I actually laughed out loud when I read Mash Potato Mayhem. I wonder if you'll ever pass the Hogwarts Express while riding The Gravy Train to Gratitude.I feel like I would want the song "Mash Potato Mayhem" on my Bers playlist!