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It's The Day After...

By Doug Dawes

Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams Evolution - 447 Boston Street, Suite #5, Topsfield, MA 92593-B

November 28, 2025 10:20 AM

It's the day after Thanksgiving

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It's a bustling affair

Yipes, it's Black Friday

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There's Christmas shopping in the air!

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The day was filled with activity. Our grandson (18 mos old) arrived with his parents in tow...lol, so he was the center of attention. He played the room well. I wondered if I ever had that much energy. Son #1 arrived with his dog, Gotrek, a bull terrier, and a load of homemade food. Son #3 and his fiancée arrived with homemade sourdough bread AND pumpkin bread. Later in the day, other family members popped in and out, bringing desserts. We ate a traditional meal e.g., Turkey, Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, Butternut Squash, Corn, and all kinds of desserts. Of course, there was a day of football where all but one of my picks won. I had Dallas, Cincinnati, & Detroit (Green Bay beat them. It was a tough choice).

I hope you all enjoyed the day's blessings.

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Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner

Denver, CO

Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Doug, very cute post today, and although I didn't cook but 3 items for Thanksgiving, I do feel stuffed today.

Nov 28, 2025 10:29 AM

Doug Dawes

Topsfield, MA

Doug Dawes

Hi Joan Cox 3 items is enough to get stuffed on.

I just modified the post because I guess I wasn't wordy enough

Nov 28, 2025 10:40 AM

Don Baker

Lane Realty - Eatonton, GA

Lake Sinclair Specialist

Today is for left-overs and football. Buying a house can happen on shop local Saturday!

Nov 28, 2025 10:46 AM

Doug Dawes

Topsfield, MA

Doug Dawes

Ahhh yes, the leftovers will yield a Thanksgiving sandwich or 2 Don Baker Yesterday, the Bears beat the Philadelphia Eagles.

Nov 29, 2025 05:37 AM

Gwen Fowler SC Lakes & Mountains 864-710-4518

Gwen Fowler Real Estate, Inc - Walhalla, SC

Gwen Fowler Real Estate, Inc.

The fridge is full of leftovers. I was reading today about having a Sunday lunch after the holiday, where everyone brought their leftovers, no cooking-just eating. I have told everyone this will be our plan next year.

Nov 28, 2025 10:56 AM

Gwen Fowler SC Lakes &...

Walhalla, SC
Doug Dawes

Topsfield, MA

Doug Dawes

Sounds like a great idea Gwen Fowler SC Lakes & Mountains 864-710-4518 It sure has my vote.

Nov 29, 2025 05:38 AM

GilbertRealtor BillSalvatore

Arizona Elite Properties - Chandler, AZ

Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net

great information. Thanks for sharing it. Have a wonderful Holiday weekend! Bill

Bill Salvatore, Realtor- Arizona Elite Properties

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Nov 28, 2025 11:09 AM

Doug Dawes

Topsfield, MA

Doug Dawes

GilbertRealtor BillSalvatore

Thanks for stopping by. Hope you had a great Thanksgiving

Nov 29, 2025 05:39 AM

Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX

NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good afternoon Doug,

You have reason to be stuffed and so do I! I've gotten lots of things crossed off my list and tonight will be watching the Longhorns play the Aggies with friends! Go HORNS!

Nov 28, 2025 12:34 PM

Doug Dawes

Topsfield, MA

Doug Dawes

Hi Dorie Dillard Austin TX I'll be doing the majority of my Christmas shopping online this year, BUT I may venture into the Christmas shopping maze once just to keep tradition alive...lol

Nov 29, 2025 05:43 AM

Kathy Streib

Cypress, TX

Retired Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Doug- I feel like Snoopy on his doghouse. I may never eat again.

Nov 28, 2025 07:41 PM

Doug Dawes

Topsfield, MA

Doug Dawes

You bet, Kathy Streib we are a land of great abundance and blessing.

Nov 29, 2025 05:45 AM

Brian England

Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ

MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

I wonder how many people look forward to shopping for a home on Black Friday.

Nov 29, 2025 04:22 AM

Doug Dawes

Topsfield, MA

Doug Dawes

I don't know that Brian England but it was a thought. I'm sure there's a bargain or two out there.

Nov 29, 2025 05:47 AM

Kat Palmiotti

eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT

Helping your Montana dreams take root

That sounds like a wonderful Thanksgiving day! And yes, I bet you had that much energy when you were young!

Nov 29, 2025 05:25 AM

Doug Dawes

Topsfield, MA

Doug Dawes

It was a perfect day Kat Palmiotti The weather was in the 50s and the doors to the house were open.

Nov 29, 2025 05:50 AM

Nina Hollander, Broker

Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC

Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Doug. Sounds like you had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday and I'm delighted for you.

Nov 29, 2025 06:30 AM

Doug Dawes

Topsfield, MA

Nina Hollander, Broker

Doug Dawes we had a nice, quiet day and ate out.

Nov 29, 2025 06:43 AM

Doug Dawes

Good Morning Nina Hollander, Broker it was a good day, and I trust your day was equally good

Nov 29, 2025 06:34 AM

Patricia Feager

Referral Specialist - DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX

Licensed to April 2027

Doug Dawes - your Thanksgiving Day will be a day of remembrance for years to come. That 18-month-old child is blessed to have been born into your family! I really enjoyed reading your blog post!

Nov 29, 2025 09:42 AM

Doug Dawes

Topsfield, MA

Doug Dawes

Hi Patricia Feager

It was a good day, as was yours, I hope. Thank you for stopping by the blog

Dec 01, 2025 08:51 AM

Lew Corcoran

Better Living Real Estate, LLC - East Bridgewater, MA

Expert guidance. Exceptional results.

Your post captures the warmth and bustle of the holiday so well, Doug Dawes 🙂. The mix of family, food, and football feels like a true celebration, and I’m grateful you shared those moments. It’s the kind of reflection that makes the season feel even brighter!

Nov 30, 2025 02:03 AM