thankful

We shared a blessed Thanksgiving holiday with family. It was nice to be home. Lauren and I stayed the night at Mom and Dad's to help with all the preparations both that evening and early Thursday morning. We stuffed a 22 lb. bird just like Grandma did for years and years. Many of the old menu traditions were kept, but a few new ones made the cut this year...like carrot souffle and sauteed brussel sprouts. Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade was of course on in the background while we cooked and the kids played. Here are a few highlights from our Thanksgiving Day.

In the kitchen...Mom, Lauren, and I (au natural) filling in more stuffing around the outside of the partially baked bird. All those important turkey juices infuse the stuffing and it comes out moist and delicious every time!



Isaac decided to join in on the fun and was really excited about wearing his very own apron. He loves to help me cook and practices his flipping skills all the time. And just look at that turkey!!



Waiting to eat...Isaac enjoyed watching the parade, especially Kermit the Frog. When the parade was over, it was outside for bubbles...which only lasted a short time since it was freezing cold!!





Camp Keith...Inevitably, every time we gather with extended family, all of the cousins end up outside playing with Uncle Keith. He is incredible with kids...inventing games to expend their energy and making sure everyone is included. He has rightfully earned the title "Camp Keith". Even the other day when we got together for a brunch with our small group from church, we were all visiting and I looked up to see Keith sitting at the kid's table surrounded by 8 or nine little ones. Not too long after, he was outside corralling in the backyard. I fear he gets taken for granted...it is a thankless job. I know the kids love it and family and friends appreciate it greatly. Here's a shout out to you Babe! Let's hear it for Camp Keith!





I truly hope you have a wonderful holiday. We are thankful for you!