Most families have their own memorable Thanksgiving traditions, usually involving a turkey, gravy, canned cranberries, sparkling cider, etc. Our family has the unusual tradition of doing untraditional things. This started last year, when we couldn't all be together. My parents decided to make good use of the long weekend and go on a trip to Mexico. Yes, for one of our country's most notable holidays, my family went to Mexico. Their Thanksgiving turkey was in the form of lobster.

This year, my family came to see me in Davis. Our meal was a wonderful all-you-can-eat sushi buffet. Long live traditions.