Just catching up on this thread - this was one of my favorites at TWOP.
Holidays - for Easter, we always had ham, scalloped potatoes, green beans or asparagus. We might, or might not, have roll. Easter was always a lighter meal, compared to Thanksgiving or Christmas.
Memorial Day is the "official" start of summer in the U.S., recognized by picnics, parades (not enough attendance at those) hot dogs, hamburgers, ribs, and all sorts of salads. And... deviled eggs. At any summer picnic, and a lot of gatherings through the year, deviled eggs are a must. lol. Some people make cakes or jell-o molds for desserts. In my family, pickled eggs are a must, along with chicken corn pudding.
Independence Day - more picnic'ing. More hot dogs, etc... see Memorial Day.
Labor Day - see above.
Thanksgiving - my family always had turkey, and I continued that tradition with my children. so, turkey, stuffing (inside the bird), mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, candied sweet potatoes, creamed onions, mashed turnip, pickle/olive tray, rolls, and cranberry sauce. When I was growing up, it was always canned cranberry sauce. My daughter discovered the joy of fresh, so we now have both. After we woke up from the food coma, there would be an array of pies to choose from - apple, pumpkin, mince, possibly cherry. Also, cream puffs, cookies, Maybe ice cream to go with the apple pie.
Christmas - growing up, it was always turkey (again!), stuffing, mashed potatoes, and a veggie (most likely green beans). Mostly cookies for dessert, but pies could be found.
New Year's - I will never forget New Year's Day dinner at my grandparents. Pork roast in homemade sauerkraut, with mashed potatoes. Yum Yum (raisin spice cake) cake for dessert. I continued that tradition with my children - my grandmother always said pork & sauerkraut oh NY Day meant good luck through the year.
And... we're back to Easter. LOL
Pay - I get paid bi-weekly, directly deposited into my bank account. I'm not even sure my company offers a paper check (cheque) anymore. Middle, upper, and executive management are paid bi-monthly. A lot of it has to do with who's eligible for overtime pay, and who isn't.
I love lamb, haven't tried goat, made duck for the first time 2 years ago and LOVED it. I've been advised against trying goose.