Monday, November 26, 2012

Thanksgiving

We had a wonderful Thanksgiving this year! We were able to spend time with my family in Arkansas the weekend before the holiday, and Matt's mom came to visit the weekend after. I had a lot of time driving in the car by myself over the last week, and I was really able to reflect on what I am thankful for. I feel as though I need to have an attitude of thankfulness all year round, but there is something to be said for setting a day aside each year to pause and be thankful.

Here is the short list of things I am grateful for (in no particular order): my Savior/Creator/Sustainer--I am reminded daily that I need Jesus in my life; especially in this season of young children. If I had to use one description of the Lord right now, He is my Shepherd. I am thankful for my loving husband--the way he puts our family first and how he serves us. I am thankful for my precious children--that they are happy and healthy. I am thankful for my family--both my own family and my in-laws. I am thankful for a job that is flexible--that I am able to continue to do what I love professionally, but keep my family first. I could go on and on about what I am thankful for--the Lord has blessed us immensely. But, I want to also want to remember our holiday this year through pictures, so here we go...
We started the holiday week off with a trip to Arkansas 
While we were there, we got a grandkids photo with GJ & Popa
Caroline had a lot of fun with her cousin, Carol Ann!
Partners in crime  :)
Caroline is cruising on everything! She'll be walking before we know it!
Will had fun eating breakfast with Popa every morning
Special memories...

While I was there, I was able to go to the wedding of one of my dearest friends from college--Jennifer Chalker and Rhett Peirce. It was beautiful!
After the drive back to Dallas, we had a day at home before going to Tyler on Thanksgiving to celebrate with MiMi and Pop's family
Our pre-lunch entertainment!
MiMi and Uncle Pat were impressed with Will's clarinet playing.  :)
A little 4-wheeler fun after lunch

Caroline loved playing with her Aunt Lisa
And Will loved playing with MiMi!
Her favorite game is peek-a-boo!
Showing off her turkey shirt  :)
Will loved the "motorcycle"  (aka 4-wheeler) and the "big red truck"!
Cruising on Daddy
Happy Thanksgiving!!

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