Greetings,

When it comes to Thanksgiving and the approaching holiday season, the best part is connecting with family.

At the Bartlett household, we have our own Thanksgiving tradition. My immediate family, as well as my brother and Victoria's brother all get together early on Thanksgiving Day and begin preparing our meal. My job is to grill the turkey on the Hasty Bake while Victoria and the girls spend the day cooking. My son even lends a hand at making the salad.

Around 6 p.m. we sit down to a candle-lit Thanksgiving dinner where everyone around the table says what they are thankful for. By the time we get to Andrea, she is pretty well choked up and usually has us all in tears. This truly is a great time for our family to share, reflect on the year's milestones and count our blessings.

My wish is that you too can connect with loved ones and share your own family traditions during the holiday that focuses on giving thanks. I hope each and every citizen in Tulsa has a blessed and happy Thanksgiving.

Dewey Bartlett
Mayor