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This week 2 pieces of paper have came home from school

with my daughter upsetting me. The first was a list

of stuff for a halloween party - some were okay

pretzels and nuts but some of them not okay -

marshmallows, gummy worms, candy corn. I marked the

items she isn't allowed to have. But more and more

I'm feeling iffy about letting her have any school

provided snacks. She doesn't know everything that is

off limits especially with something like gummy worms

that may or may not have gelatin.

The other is a Harvest Festival that they are having

next month where they will be learning about

Thanksgiving, harvesting fall crops, some of it will

probably be good for her to learn. Some of it I want

to sheild her from - like the fact that while we are

adopting a turkey from Farm Sanctuary the other kids

in her class will be sacrificing a turkey in the name

of tradition. Also the school is providing a bagged

lunch (probably turkey sandwiches since it is

thanksgiving themed though it didn't say and since

schools are funded by the USDA they will probably have

cow milk to drink) and requested for parents not to

send lunchboxes or book bags on this day. I've seen

the school menu and they offer an acceptable (by my

standards) vegan meal (meal not including drink) about

once a month I'm not sending my child off to school

without food or drink. I hate causing scenes about

stuff.. I just don't know how to handle it.

Renee

 

 

 

 

 

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You don't need to cause a scene as far as providing the lunch. You can just

send an alternate lunch for her. You could also send an alternate snack,

possibly enough for the whole class. I do this a lot. If you are really

uncomfortable about the turkey talk then I would keep her home that day.

 

Jacqueline

 

>

> Renee Carroll <renecarol25

> 2005/10/26 Wed AM 09:58:27 EST

>

> Halloween and Thanksgiving

>

> This week 2 pieces of paper have came home from school

> with my daughter upsetting me. The first was a list

> of stuff for a halloween party - some were okay

> pretzels and nuts but some of them not okay -

> marshmallows, gummy worms, candy corn. I marked the

> items she isn't allowed to have. But more and more

> I'm feeling iffy about letting her have any school

> provided snacks. She doesn't know everything that is

> off limits especially with something like gummy worms

> that may or may not have gelatin.

> The other is a Harvest Festival that they are having

> next month where they will be learning about

> Thanksgiving, harvesting fall crops, some of it will

> probably be good for her to learn. Some of it I want

> to sheild her from - like the fact that while we are

> adopting a turkey from Farm Sanctuary the other kids

> in her class will be sacrificing a turkey in the name

> of tradition. Also the school is providing a bagged

> lunch (probably turkey sandwiches since it is

> thanksgiving themed though it didn't say and since

> schools are funded by the USDA they will probably have

> cow milk to drink) and requested for parents not to

> send lunchboxes or book bags on this day. I've seen

> the school menu and they offer an acceptable (by my

> standards) vegan meal (meal not including drink) about

> once a month I'm not sending my child off to school

> without food or drink. I hate causing scenes about

> stuff.. I just don't know how to handle it.

> Renee

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http://www.vrg.org/family.This is a discussion list and is not intended to

provide personal medical advice. Medical advice should be obtained from a

qualified health professional.

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The teachers may even expect you to be sending lunch, they just don't want to

deal with all the confusion if all the kids have them. You might want to write a

letter as a reminder ahead of time. Maybe that will be easier than a face to

face confrontation? Plus, you have something solid to stand on that you told

them. Remember that teachers sometimes are overwhelmed at big events like that,

and could forget things you think would be obvious.

 

I'm sure it'll be fine that you send something in with your daughter, but if you

chose not to, be sure your daughter knows what not to eat. It is very tough, and

you don't want her to feel that she can't participate with the class. But she

may feel more confused if she has a choice of something that she might not

recognize like turkey.

 

I had a very similar situation last year, and it didn't go well. The school

didn't tell us they were serving turkey, and I didn't think to ask specifically,

since it was just a 2 1/2 hr program. They knew he was veg, he even told his

teacher he didn't eat turkey, and when I picked him up shortly after, he was so

confused he didn't know whether he had eaten turkey or not. Since there were a

few things he didn't recognize like maybe cranberry sauce and something else,

it was an aweful experience. Hopefully you will have a much better experience,

but I wanted to mention the story, because even if our kids arm theit can still

be difficult.

 

It's so distressing as a parent with some different views. After all, we're

sending our kids in to school, say make friends, share, and on and on. If we are

difficult, then does our child suffer the consequences? There's so many lines to

walk that we walk so carefully.

 

Be strong. And remember to support your children in an environment when they may

feel a little isolated at times.

 

Good luck,

 

Janeen

 

Renee Carroll <renecarol25 wrote:

This week 2 pieces of paper have came home from school

with my daughter upsetting me. The first was a list

of stuff for a halloween party - some were okay

pretzels and nuts but some of them not okay -

marshmallows, gummy worms, candy corn. I marked the

items she isn't allowed to have. But more and more

I'm feeling iffy about letting her have any school

provided snacks. She doesn't know everything that is

off limits especially with something like gummy worms

that may or may not have gelatin.

The other is a Harvest Festival that they are having

next month where they will be learning about

Thanksgiving, harvesting fall crops, some of it will

probably be good for her to learn. Some of it I want

to sheild her from - like the fact that while we are

adopting a turkey from Farm Sanctuary the other kids

in her class will be sacrificing a turkey in the name

of tradition. Also the school is providing a bagged

lunch (probably turkey sandwiches since it is

thanksgiving themed though it didn't say and since

schools are funded by the USDA they will probably have

cow milk to drink) and requested for parents not to

send lunchboxes or book bags on this day. I've seen

the school menu and they offer an acceptable (by my

standards) vegan meal (meal not including drink) about

once a month I'm not sending my child off to school

without food or drink. I hate causing scenes about

stuff.. I just don't know how to handle it.

Renee

 

 

 

 

 

Mail - PC Magazine Editors' Choice 2005

 

 

 

 

 

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I understand what you are saying Renee. I would insist that the school allowed

me to send my child a lunch and a drink. Make Tofurky sandwiches. We also

adopt a turkey every year from the Farm Sanctuary and I allow each child to

bring the picture and everything that comes with it. I found that it will give

my children a chance to explain that they are vegetarian. They also explain

how gross it is to eat actual turkey. My kids tend not to hold back even though

I tell them to tone it down a bit. Maybe the teacher will allow you to come in

to do a demonstration of a vegan Thanksgiving. You could bring vegan food and

the pic of your turkey. Maybe discuss vegetarianism. What grade are we talking

about.

 

Carol

 

Renee Carroll <renecarol25 wrote:

This week 2 pieces of paper have came home from school

with my daughter upsetting me. The first was a list

of stuff for a halloween party - some were okay

pretzels and nuts but some of them not okay -

marshmallows, gummy worms, candy corn. I marked the

items she isn't allowed to have. But more and more

I'm feeling iffy about letting her have any school

provided snacks. She doesn't know everything that is

off limits especially with something like gummy worms

that may or may not have gelatin.

The other is a Harvest Festival that they are having

next month where they will be learning about

Thanksgiving, harvesting fall crops, some of it will

probably be good for her to learn. Some of it I want

to sheild her from - like the fact that while we are

adopting a turkey from Farm Sanctuary the other kids

in her class will be sacrificing a turkey in the name

of tradition. Also the school is providing a bagged

lunch (probably turkey sandwiches since it is

thanksgiving themed though it didn't say and since

schools are funded by the USDA they will probably have

cow milk to drink) and requested for parents not to

send lunchboxes or book bags on this day. I've seen

the school menu and they offer an acceptable (by my

standards) vegan meal (meal not including drink) about

once a month I'm not sending my child off to school

without food or drink. I hate causing scenes about

stuff.. I just don't know how to handle it.

Renee

 

 

 

 

 

Mail - PC Magazine Editors' Choice 2005

 

 

 

 

 

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http://www.vrg.org and for materials especially useful for families go to

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I know how you feel Renee. Please be assured that you are teaching your child

well and she is going to take these values with her through her journey of life.

I do not like causing scenes either. It is more important that you do not

compromise your values. If you did, she possibly would think that one is a vegan

only when it is comfortable. I do not think that is what you are aiming for.

Does she cook too? Our family has recently transitioned from omni to vegetarian,

and i find that my girls are full of pride when they make their own vegetarian

meal. I help them, i want them to learn how to take care of themselves. It is

hard being different, I know, but I think it would be far less satisfying to be

a sheep and follow the crowd. Other children may learn from your child and

become humanitarian vegans themselves. Kids learn from kids. I think that you

are doing a great job, even if you are not always the most popular mother at

times, at least you are not spoon-fed your values. I have

to bring my daughter special food to daycare myself. I try real hard to make

her food as close as possible to what other kids have so she does not feel like

a weirdo. So far, so good. Take care, Shell

 

Renee Carroll <renecarol25 wrote: This week 2 pieces of paper have

came home from school

with my daughter upsetting me. The first was a list

of stuff for a halloween party - some were okay

pretzels and nuts but some of them not okay -

marshmallows, gummy worms, candy corn. I marked the

items she isn't allowed to have. But more and more

I'm feeling iffy about letting her have any school

provided snacks. She doesn't know everything that is

off limits especially with something like gummy worms

that may or may not have gelatin.

The other is a Harvest Festival that they are having

next month where they will be learning about

Thanksgiving, harvesting fall crops, some of it will

probably be good for her to learn. Some of it I want

to sheild her from - like the fact that while we are

adopting a turkey from Farm Sanctuary the other kids

in her class will be sacrificing a turkey in the name

of tradition. Also the school is providing a bagged

lunch (probably turkey sandwiches since it is

thanksgiving themed though it didn't say and since

schools are funded by the USDA they will probably have

cow milk to drink) and requested for parents not to

send lunchboxes or book bags on this day. I've seen

the school menu and they offer an acceptable (by my

standards) vegan meal (meal not including drink) about

once a month I'm not sending my child off to school

without food or drink. I hate causing scenes about

stuff.. I just don't know how to handle it.

Renee

 

 

 

 

 

Mail - PC Magazine Editors' Choice 2005

 

 

 

 

 

For more information about vegetarianism, please visit the VRG website at

http://www.vrg.org and for materials especially useful for families go to

http://www.vrg.org/family.This is a discussion list and is not intended to

provide personal medical advice. Medical advice should be obtained from a

qualified health professional.

 

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You will just have to speak to the teacher and principal about your

standards.

 

If you are able, these specific days would each be a great

opportunity to volunteer in the classroom, at least during the meal

and celebration. That way you can smoothly monitor what is offered

and what your child eats without making it too complicated for her.

You could bring enough of some sort of vegan treat for the whole

class to try. I used to love the days when my mom was " the room

mother! "

 

If you ask, I'm sure you'll find that the school has options other

than dairy and turkey. The teacher probably cares for your daughter,

so she'll surely be supportive. Explain to the teacher that your

child could become ill if she consumes animal protiens, since she has

never had it. So many kids are allergic to milk, while other cannot

have sugar (A.d.d., Adhd, etc.) The candy is an issue, but you may

send vegan treats, again, enough for all, and explain to your

daughter which ones are acceptable.

 

I love that you are adopting a turkey from a sanctuary. What a

wonderful thing for your child to be able to share with the class!

Maybe she could do a report for extra credit, or if you are there

that day, maybe you could explain to the class in a very gentle way

what you are doing for the turkey! If anyone can appreciate acts of

kindness towards animals, CHILDREN CAN.

 

Please tell me... what do you mean by " sacrificing a turkey? " Are

you sure turkey is even involved at all? Many schools don't really

touch on the turkey eating and killing issue since it might upset

even the meat eating children. Lots of kids don't know what their

food really is, and some kids are vegetarian for religious or

cultural reasons.

 

Anyway, I think this all sounds like you can easily turn it around to

be very positive and beneficial to your child and the class.

 

Nikki

, <jacqcote@n...> wrote:

>

> You don't need to cause a scene as far as providing the lunch. You

can just send an alternate lunch for her. You could also send an

alternate snack, possibly enough for the whole class. I do this a

lot. If you are really uncomfortable about the turkey talk then I

would keep her home that day.

>

> Jacqueline

>

> >

> > Renee Carroll <renecarol25>

> > 2005/10/26 Wed AM 09:58:27 EST

> >

> > Halloween and Thanksgiving

> >

> > This week 2 pieces of paper have came home from school

> > with my daughter upsetting me. The first was a list

> > of stuff for a halloween party - some were okay

> > pretzels and nuts but some of them not okay -

> > marshmallows, gummy worms, candy corn. I marked the

> > items she isn't allowed to have. But more and more

> > I'm feeling iffy about letting her have any school

> > provided snacks. She doesn't know everything that is

> > off limits especially with something like gummy worms

> > that may or may not have gelatin.

> > The other is a Harvest Festival that they are having

> > next month where they will be learning about

> > Thanksgiving, harvesting fall crops, some of it will

> > probably be good for her to learn. Some of it I want

> > to sheild her from - like the fact that while we are

> > adopting a turkey from Farm Sanctuary the other kids

> > in her class will be sacrificing a turkey in the name

> > of tradition. Also the school is providing a bagged

> > lunch (probably turkey sandwiches since it is

> > thanksgiving themed though it didn't say and since

> > schools are funded by the USDA they will probably have

> > cow milk to drink) and requested for parents not to

> > send lunchboxes or book bags on this day. I've seen

> > the school menu and they offer an acceptable (by my

> > standards) vegan meal (meal not including drink) about

> > once a month I'm not sending my child off to school

> > without food or drink. I hate causing scenes about

> > stuff.. I just don't know how to handle it.

> > Renee

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> > Mail - PC Magazine Editors' Choice 2005

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> > For more information about vegetarianism, please visit the VRG

website at http://www.vrg.org and for materials especially useful for

families go to http://www.vrg.org/family.This is a discussion list

and is not intended to provide personal medical advice. Medical

advice should be obtained from a qualified health professional.

> >

> > edical advice. Medical advice should be obtained from a qualified

health professional.

> >

> >

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Regarding ADD/ADHD and candy - it is usually the dyes in candy that are the

problem for ADD/ADHD kids rather than the sugar. Preservatives are also a

problem. I've done a lot of research on this because I have ADHD and so

does my youngest son. My middle son is very laid back and easy going and

would never be called hyper unless he has red dye. Then he gets really

hyper, can't sleep and gets very clumsy. It is so easy to see the effect on

him because he is normally so quiet.

 

Jacqueline

http://adhdnme.blogspot.com

 

 

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Behalf Of lilmunkydunk

October 28, 2005 10:27 PM

 

Re: Halloween and Thanksgiving

 

You will just have to speak to the teacher and principal about your

standards.

 

If you are able, these specific days would each be a great

opportunity to volunteer in the classroom, at least during the meal

and celebration. That way you can smoothly monitor what is offered

and what your child eats without making it too complicated for her.

You could bring enough of some sort of vegan treat for the whole

class to try. I used to love the days when my mom was " the room

mother! "

 

If you ask, I'm sure you'll find that the school has options other

than dairy and turkey. The teacher probably cares for your daughter,

so she'll surely be supportive. Explain to the teacher that your

child could become ill if she consumes animal protiens, since she has

never had it. So many kids are allergic to milk, while other cannot

have sugar (A.d.d., Adhd, etc.) The candy is an issue, but you may

send vegan treats, again, enough for all, and explain to your

daughter which ones are acceptable.

 

I love that you are adopting a turkey from a sanctuary. What a

wonderful thing for your child to be able to share with the class!

Maybe she could do a report for extra credit, or if you are there

that day, maybe you could explain to the class in a very gentle way

what you are doing for the turkey! If anyone can appreciate acts of

kindness towards animals, CHILDREN CAN.

 

Please tell me... what do you mean by " sacrificing a turkey? " Are

you sure turkey is even involved at all? Many schools don't really

touch on the turkey eating and killing issue since it might upset

even the meat eating children. Lots of kids don't know what their

food really is, and some kids are vegetarian for religious or

cultural reasons.

 

Anyway, I think this all sounds like you can easily turn it around to

be very positive and beneficial to your child and the class.

 

Nikki

, <jacqcote@n...> wrote:

>

> You don't need to cause a scene as far as providing the lunch. You

can just send an alternate lunch for her. You could also send an

alternate snack, possibly enough for the whole class. I do this a

lot. If you are really uncomfortable about the turkey talk then I

would keep her home that day.

>

> Jacqueline

>

> >

> > Renee Carroll <renecarol25>

> > 2005/10/26 Wed AM 09:58:27 EST

> >

> > Halloween and Thanksgiving

> >

> > This week 2 pieces of paper have came home from school

> > with my daughter upsetting me. The first was a list

> > of stuff for a halloween party - some were okay

> > pretzels and nuts but some of them not okay -

> > marshmallows, gummy worms, candy corn. I marked the

> > items she isn't allowed to have. But more and more

> > I'm feeling iffy about letting her have any school

> > provided snacks. She doesn't know everything that is

> > off limits especially with something like gummy worms

> > that may or may not have gelatin.

> > The other is a Harvest Festival that they are having

> > next month where they will be learning about

> > Thanksgiving, harvesting fall crops, some of it will

> > probably be good for her to learn. Some of it I want

> > to sheild her from - like the fact that while we are

> > adopting a turkey from Farm Sanctuary the other kids

> > in her class will be sacrificing a turkey in the name

> > of tradition. Also the school is providing a bagged

> > lunch (probably turkey sandwiches since it is

> > thanksgiving themed though it didn't say and since

> > schools are funded by the USDA they will probably have

> > cow milk to drink) and requested for parents not to

> > send lunchboxes or book bags on this day. I've seen

> > the school menu and they offer an acceptable (by my

> > standards) vegan meal (meal not including drink) about

> > once a month I'm not sending my child off to school

> > without food or drink. I hate causing scenes about

> > stuff.. I just don't know how to handle it.

> > Renee

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> > Mail - PC Magazine Editors' Choice 2005

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> > For more information about vegetarianism, please visit the VRG

website at http://www.vrg.org and for materials especially useful for

families go to http://www.vrg.org/family.This is a discussion list

and is not intended to provide personal medical advice. Medical

advice should be obtained from a qualified health professional.

> >

> > edical advice. Medical advice should be obtained from a qualified

health professional.

> >

> >

> >

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In reading about the " adopting a turkey " stuff.....I'm wondering...what's

involved in that? And how do I find out about it? What do you do exactly when

you adopt a turkey? THanks, Carrie

-

carol sobczak<cpsobczak

< >

Thursday, October 27, 2005 1:17 PM

Re: Halloween and Thanksgiving

 

 

I understand what you are saying Renee. I would insist that the school

allowed me to send my child a lunch and a drink. Make Tofurky sandwiches. We

also adopt a turkey every year from the Farm Sanctuary and I allow each child to

bring the picture and everything that comes with it. I found that it will give

my children a chance to explain that they are vegetarian. They also explain

how gross it is to eat actual turkey. My kids tend not to hold back even though

I tell them to tone it down a bit. Maybe the teacher will allow you to come in

to do a demonstration of a vegan Thanksgiving. You could bring vegan food and

the pic of your turkey. Maybe discuss vegetarianism. What grade are we talking

about.

 

Carol

 

Renee Carroll <renecarol25<renecarol25> wrote:

This week 2 pieces of paper have came home from school

with my daughter upsetting me. The first was a list

of stuff for a halloween party - some were okay

pretzels and nuts but some of them not okay -

marshmallows, gummy worms, candy corn. I marked the

items she isn't allowed to have. But more and more

I'm feeling iffy about letting her have any school

provided snacks. She doesn't know everything that is

off limits especially with something like gummy worms

that may or may not have gelatin.

The other is a Harvest Festival that they are having

next month where they will be learning about

Thanksgiving, harvesting fall crops, some of it will

probably be good for her to learn. Some of it I want

to sheild her from - like the fact that while we are

adopting a turkey from Farm Sanctuary the other kids

in her class will be sacrificing a turkey in the name

of tradition. Also the school is providing a bagged

lunch (probably turkey sandwiches since it is

thanksgiving themed though it didn't say and since

schools are funded by the USDA they will probably have

cow milk to drink) and requested for parents not to

send lunchboxes or book bags on this day. I've seen

the school menu and they offer an acceptable (by my

standards) vegan meal (meal not including drink) about

once a month I'm not sending my child off to school

without food or drink. I hate causing scenes about

stuff.. I just don't know how to handle it.

Renee

 

 

 

 

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You can adopt an animal year round. I'm doing this

thru my employer where they take money out (pretax)

and it goes to the charity of my choice. I did an

online thing at www.farmsanctuary.org and instead of

putting in the creditcard info noted that I was

donating thru work. You can also go to

www.adoptaturkey.org and you can adopt a turkey for

thanksgiving (this is just a one month sponsorship).

They will send you a little packet in the mail with

info and a picture of your turkey/or other animal.

Renee

 

--- Carrie Kahl <carriekahl wrote:

 

> In reading about the " adopting a turkey "

> stuff.....I'm wondering...what's involved in that?

> And how do I find out about it? What do you do

> exactly when you adopt a turkey? THanks, Carrie

> -

> carol sobczak<cpsobczak

> To:

>

< >

>

> Thursday, October 27, 2005 1:17 PM

> Re: Halloween and

> Thanksgiving

>

>

> I understand what you are saying Renee. I would

> insist that the school allowed me to send my child a

> lunch and a drink. Make Tofurky sandwiches. We

> also adopt a turkey every year from the Farm

> Sanctuary and I allow each child to bring the

> picture and everything that comes with it. I found

> that it will give my children a chance to explain

> that they are vegetarian. They also explain how

> gross it is to eat actual turkey. My kids tend not

> to hold back even though I tell them to tone it down

> a bit. Maybe the teacher will allow you to come in

> to do a demonstration of a vegan Thanksgiving. You

> could bring vegan food and the pic of your turkey.

> Maybe discuss vegetarianism. What grade are we

> talking about.

>

> Carol

>

> Renee Carroll

>

<renecarol25<renecarol25>

> wrote:

> This week 2 pieces of paper have came home from

> school

> with my daughter upsetting me. The first was a

> list

> of stuff for a halloween party - some were okay

> pretzels and nuts but some of them not okay -

> marshmallows, gummy worms, candy corn. I marked

> the

> items she isn't allowed to have. But more and

> more

> I'm feeling iffy about letting her have any school

> provided snacks. She doesn't know everything that

> is

> off limits especially with something like gummy

> worms

> that may or may not have gelatin.

> The other is a Harvest Festival that they are

> having

> next month where they will be learning about

> Thanksgiving, harvesting fall crops, some of it

> will

> probably be good for her to learn. Some of it I

> want

> to sheild her from - like the fact that while we

> are

> adopting a turkey from Farm Sanctuary the other

> kids

> in her class will be sacrificing a turkey in the

> name

> of tradition. Also the school is providing a

> bagged

> lunch (probably turkey sandwiches since it is

> thanksgiving themed though it didn't say and since

> schools are funded by the USDA they will probably

> have

> cow milk to drink) and requested for parents not

> to

> send lunchboxes or book bags on this day. I've

> seen

> the school menu and they offer an acceptable (by

> my

> standards) vegan meal (meal not including drink)

> about

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It is so much fun for the kids. Go to farmsanctuary.org and I'm sure they have

something on thier site about turkey adoption. Basically, you send $15 per

turkey and they send you a picture of your turkey with it's " story " . My kids

love it. They take turns taking the pic to school and showing it off to

everyone. This past summer we went to visit our turkey but she was adoptedout

to another farm where they will let her live out her life in peace. We were

disappointed that we couldn't meet her but so happy that she had people who

loved her.

Carol

 

Carrie Kahl <carriekahl wrote:

In reading about the " adopting a turkey " stuff.....I'm wondering...what's

involved in that? And how do I find out about it? What do you do exactly when

you adopt a turkey? THanks, Carrie

 

 

 

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