Giving Thanks

We had a wonderful Thanksgiving week. B and JR arrived late Tuesday evening and we

spent the rest of the week enjoying one another's company.

Aunt B reconnected with the Little Jewel at breakfast on Wed.

Later in the day the Nertz games began! We played on and off all weekend but I can't tell you who the overall champion was

The Little Jewel having story time with Rusky!

 

Thanksgiving morning and T's  blueberry pancakes!

Chil-laxing before breakfast

I wonder what else we can put on these pancakes?

There were way too many people in my kitchen

Beka's sweet potato casserole, why so serious?

No matter how much work needs to be done some of us always make time for games

Uh...Oh ...somebody got caught testing the turkey

Nothing like being with family

Maime and The Little Jewel off in the kitchen testing the turkey

Our Thanksgiving menu consisted of: roasted turkey, corn casserole, sweet potato casserole, pea salad, rice dressing, veggtable salad, yeast rolls, pumpkin pie,apple pie, and homemade eggnog ice cream. I know...quite sinful. In my next post I will include the brand new recipes JR brought to share with our family. They were a hit. Thank you JR for sharing your traditions with us.

At dinner we went around the table and shared what we were all thankful for. My heart is so grateful for all that God had blessed us with, especially His presence in our lives. A wonderful time was had by all!

Friday morning we stayed in our pajamas and decided to shop online instead of fighting the crowds. We even found a few great deals!

 

The Little Jewel wondered if she would pop before all the food went away

On Friday evening some of my friends came over with their grown daughters and we spent the evening reminiscing. We had a great time with much laughter. Sorry no pictures.

On Saturday we celebrated Beka's birthday. I won't say how old just that she is old...just kidding...we cranked up the party with one of her favorite foods; chicken and sausage gumbo.

Now this is what I call a party

Wow! I wonder why your bowl is so small Mary?

After the meal Aunt Beka opened her presents

When the party was over we headed out to play a game of putt-putt

A great time was had by all...well...I think all...maybe... except...well...

Let's just say none of the guys won...even though they kept a close eye on the score. Love the scarf JR!

Pops tried hard to keep 

The Little Jewel's hat on

while Aunt B taught her a few dance steps

Later we returned home and had birthday cobbler to wrap up our celebration

Overall it was a wonderful holiday weekend but I must say that we did miss our Firefighter/Paramedic son-in-law. Though he was with us Thanksgiving Day he spent most of his holiday weekend serving our community. We are so proud of him!