charades -- something we hadn't done together in many years until they visited again last Thanksgiving. As in the past, there were moments of hilarity; also revelations, such as the fact that Jackson (now 14) is good at more than just soccer and street hockey. I had barely signaled "fourth word" and started to pull on pretend pants when he blurted out "Sponge Bob Square Pants" to win the round in record time. The next time they stay with us for a holiday, I have a feeling we'll play charades -- and I'm sure Jackson will be ready. -- Stephen Leon The Long, Long Table I don't know too many people who have a dining table that seats 15, as that kind of furniture started to vanish after the Victorian era. But it's easy to end up with a dozen or more guests for Thanksgiving, as we had the year we invited my hustand's entire Boston clan to Albany. Here's one way to put everyone at the same table, which will make for a delightfully raucous, fun meal. Pick the largest "company room" in your home. If you don't have a dining room -- and many houses and apartments do not these days -- then set up dinner in the living room or the all-purpose dining/living/entertaining area in your home. Don't worry if it's in full view of the kitchen as you're finishing dinner -- everyone will end up in the kitchen anyhow as you take the turkey out of