Creating Memories with Hamlet
A lot has changed since 1986. Thanksgiving photos were taken on film, favorite recipes were handwritten on index cards, no smartphones at the table and no online ordering for dinner. And chances are, a Jell-O salad had a place on the Thanksgiving table, too!
But what makes Thanksgiving special hasn’t changed: good food, familiar stories, and time with the people we love. For 40 years, The Hamlet has been honored to be part of those moments with our Honey Kissed Hams and Smoked Turkeys. And as the years pass, the photos, recipes, and traditions we save become treasured reminders of holidays shared.
Start a New Thanksgiving Tradition
Create a Thanksgiving Memory Book to capture the people, stories, and traditions that make the day special. Add to it each year, making it as simple or elaborate as you like.
A few ideas to get started:
- Take an annual photo- Photograph everyone around the table from the same spot each year.
- Recreate an old Thanksgiving photo- Find a favorite family photo from years ago, recreate the poses, and place the old and new versions side by side.
- Add a favorite recipe or menu- Include the story behind a special family dish.
- Let everyone contribute- Have guests sign their names, share something they’re thankful for, or jot down a favorite moment.
40 Years Later
Most of our cameras are now on our phones, recipes have moved from index cards to screens, and video calls can bring faraway family and friends into the celebration. Even preparing Thanksgiving dinner has gotten a little easier with advantage of online ordering.
But the best part remains the same - gathering with the people we love. As The Hamlet celebrates 40 years, we’re grateful for every holiday table you’ve invited us to be part of
since 1986. Here’s to remembering Thanksgivings past, enjoying the one in front of us, and making new memories around the table.
Thank you, Tulsa, for making The Hamlet part of your holiday traditions for 40 years.