Thanksgiving 2013

This year we spent Thanksgiving at our own home.  There were a few reasons why we weren't able to travel anywhere, but we were still glad to spend time together as a family, including my Mom and sister.

We started the day just relaxing and watching the Macy's parade for awhile.  The boys colored, we prepped a few food items and enjoyed the morning.  I had cooked a bunch the day before so I wouldn't be totally stressed that day.

We decided to have a noon meal so the boys could eat before taking naps.  And then we could clean up and all take naps.  It was a great plan!  It makes my mouth water just thinking about all that yummy food.  We had enough to feed the the whole neighborhood and we stuffed our faces.

The menu was:
* turkey
* stuffing
* mashed potatoes & gravy
* Ruth's Chris sweet potato casserole
* broccoli Cheez-it casserole
* french onion green bean casserole
* rolls
* jello salad
* sparkling cider
* chocolate pie
* cherry pie

We all napped and vegged, maybe munched on a few leftovers that night, and the boys ate popcorn and watched a movie.

We are so beyond grateful for all the blessings God has given and provided for our family.  2013 has been a year of highs and lows, changes and sweet, sweet memories.  How wonderful to take a day to thank our Lord for His steady hand in our lives.  Happy Thanksgiving from our family!