Thanks-giving

Thanksgiving seemed extra special this year in that we had everyone here except unfortunately John and Laura and Olive, who traveled to Colorado and Trav and Allison and family.  But, they made it even more special by the birth of little (well relatively speaking) Luke.
We are so happy that he and Allison did so well and that he is such a good baby for them. We can't wait to see him in person. He is the 15th grandson and the 28th grand child. What wonderful blessings our grandchildren are and we truly give thanks for them!
We also got the fun news that weekend, that number 16th grandson is on his way. We have lots of future missionaries.
Our Thanksgiving day was filled with good food--with lots of hands helping and lots of visiting and relaxing. Our little boys took turns playing on the computer.
The bigger boys played board games.
The little girls had fun playing dress up
This next picture was actually taken a few days before Thanksgiving. They were so funny and really got competitive with each other.
And, the moms mapped out their plan of attack for the next morning--or late night shopping.
Well, Christie stayed home. There isn't much that can entice her to get up that early in the cold morning!
Sadly we said goodbye to Kim and Daniel and family early Sunday morning.
We are so thankful that they and John and Laura and Olive made it back home safely.
We are so very thankful for the many, many blessings that life has given us. Family has to be one of the greatest gifts we have.