Hot Dog Relish Making Day

I checked my supply of Hot Dog Relish and mentioned casually to Mom that the supply is rather concerning.
We love her hot dog relish.
In 2008. .
she decided it was time for me to learn. .
and so she brought over all the supplies and we made it together.

It's not that much work.
You just need to set aside a bit of time to chop. . .
and then let the cucumbers sit in salt for awhile and then you just go ahead and make the relish.

I called her yesterday to tell her which day we were going to have thanksgiving here.
She offered to bring something. . .
so I asked her to bring the pumpkin pie.

She said. .
"sure. .I already have the pumpkin so I'll gladly do that".

She said then. .
"and tomorrow I'm going to make your relish".

I said. .
"Oh really?"
"Do you want me to help?"

She said. .
"no. ..I already have all the vegetables and you are so busy already".

Insert a smile here.

So. ..today mom is at home. .
making my relish.

I could do it. .
but somehow . .
it's kind of nice that I haven't been handed that baton yet.

I know how much work that relish really is. . .
the pictures have reminded me again.

My mouth is watering though. .
just thinking of those roasted hot dogs with that fantastic relish.

The last time. .
she made it here.
See how she wiped the counters at the end?

Want some relish too?
The recipe is here.

You'll have to do it yourself though. .
I don't hire her out.
Ever.

If I'm a Mennonite Girl that can Cook. .
she surely is. .
and then some.

And this. .
is my thankful post for today!!