This is the first Thanksgiving that our son has not been home. He is living in a group home 2 1/2 hours away and we decided to have him home for Christmas longer. Holidays were always hard for Chris. He never played with toys ( took them apart yes but play with them not a bit ) He loved power tools but at a young age I Think he was about ten at the time we did not feel safe with him and a real power tool. We got him a tape of the New Yankee Workshop and we watched it at least 20 times. He also loved wallpaper books, so that was an easy gift. As the years went by we added to the wallpaper book collection. My son has a wonderful memory. I had run out of wrapping paper and took a page from one of his wallpaper books. He had about ten so I did not think he would miss it. ( boy was I wrong ) He came to me and had the book open to the page and asked " where is it " I told him I had to use it for a gift and he showed his discomfort by hiding all ten of his books under his bed. I missed him this Thanksgiving but understand that it is time for me to break the apron strings. My husband knew it was time a few years back but I did not feel anyone could care or understand our son like we could. I am pleased to say I was wrong. He is now a wonderful 28 year old young man doing well and learning to live as independent as possible. My best wishes for a wonderful holiday to all families here. Hug your kids they grow up very fast