Giving Thanks, Celebrating Thanksgiving with Roots Communities

As Thanksgiving approaches, we at Roots Management Group are grateful for the wonderful residents, staff, and partners who make our communities unique. This season, we’re excited to share heartwarming stories, cherished traditions, and favorite recipes from our communities. 

A Generous Gift in Bay City, Michigan 

The spirit of giving shined brightly in Bay City, Michigan, where Mersen USA, a local chemical plant that provides numerous jobs, generously donated turkeys and all the fixings to four families at Riverview Estates. This thoughtful act made Thanksgiving even more memorable for these families and reflects the strong community bonds in Bay City. 

A Sweet Showcase from Shadow Hills, Arizona 

Creativity is also being celebrated this season! A family from our Shadow Hills community in Arizona submitted a beautifully crafted gingerbread house that will be proudly displayed throughout the holidays at the Prescott Resort and Conference Center. Their festive creation showcases the talent and holiday spirit thriving in our communities. 

Honoring Traditions

Christy Washburn, Community Manager of Sunhaven RV and Chaparral Ranch in Apache Junction, Arizona, shared her family's meaningful Thanksgiving tradition. 

"We’ve been going to my in-law’s home for Thanksgiving for years. My mother-in-law passed away two years ago. Now, when we go, I make the two sides my mother-in-law always makes and serve them in the same dishes she used. It’s a nice way to remember her every year at our big family get-together." 

Christy shared the recipes for her family’s sweet side dishes, doubling as desserts. We invite you to try them this year and make them part of your Thanksgiving celebration. 

Amanda Wedding, Director of Lease Administration for Roots, shares a heartwarming Thanksgiving tradition that connects her to cherished memories of her mom. Each year, Amanda bakes a pie on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving and enjoys a slice the following day while watching the parade. This tradition, started by her late mother, allows Amanda to reflect on their special bond. She loves savoring the pie on its own, without worrying about saving room after the big feast—a sweet way to kick off Thanksgiving Day with gratitude and remembrance.  

Team Favorites: Thanksgiving Dishes That Delight 

The Roots Management team shared their favorite Thanksgiving dishes, and we couldn’t resist passing them along: 

• Darrin Caldwell, Vice President of Marketing, loves yams with a brown sugar glaze, deviled eggs, homestyle butter mashed potatoes with turkey gravy, and homemade twisted orange rolls. We’ve included Darrin’s orange roll recipe for you to try! 

• Lauren Lockwood, Social Media Coordinator, swears by her family's traditional mashed potatoes with green onion cream cheese—a must-try this year. 

• Catalina Henao, Graphic Designer, is excited for her second traditional Thanksgiving in the U.S. Her favorite dish? Corn casserole—a classic comfort food she can’t wait to enjoy again. 

Gratitude for Manufactured Housing 

This Thanksgiving, we’re incredibly thankful for manufactured housing and RV communities' role in providing families with comfortable, affordable living options. Whether you’re celebrating in one of our RV resorts or manufactured home communities, we hope you take a moment to reflect on what you’re thankful for this season. 

From all of us at Roots Management Group, we wish you a Happy Thanksgiving filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories. We’d love to hear about your traditions and what makes your Thanksgiving unique—share your stories with us!