Thanksgiving

We were blest not only to have a great thanksgiving but to have our friends come and celebrate with us. We divided the meal 3 ways, and had a total of 5 pies for 6 people :). Our friends Ashley and Ryan were making the trip from Indianapolis, so on Wednesday night we had a few friends come over for a pizza night and then played some good old catch phrase (one of my favorite group games). It was a blast and I was laughing really hard for most of the game. Unfortunately the Boys won the best of three but it was a close one. Ashley and Ryan slept at our house and the next morning the boys were off to play some church flag football. Ryan now says he has retired from church sports after being tackled and having his finger and ankle compromised. While the boys were out playing Ashley and I got the day started by making a few pies and getting that turkey put in the oven. Who knew that a turkey would take 7 hours to cook. I thought we would eat around 2 but I didn't realize I would have to start the turkey at 7 am to hit that time. So we ate at 4 instead. Hillary and Kyle joined us for dinner and it was amazing. Everyone did a fantastic job on their parts of the meal and every dish was amazing. After we let the meal settle for a while, we dug into the pies that were made. We had pumpkin, coconut creme, peanut butter, chocolate marshmallow, and apple pie. They were all amazing and I don't know if I could pick a favorite. After pies we attempted to put the kids to bed, after a while, we played settlers to which Ashley won with a close second to Kyle. Then to honor the Christmas spirit we watched Home Alone. It was a fantastic day with fantastic friends. It was so relaxing and will help tied us over while finals start and we see less of each other.

Having such a great time with our friends and having so much during this time, made me realize just how blessed we are. We have so much to be thankful for. My favorite part of thanksgiving is when we take a minute to go around the table and say what we are thankful for this year. A few things that were said this year by the people in our group were: our health, family, spouses, kids, being able to have children, school, food, our homes/apartments.

I just turned to Morgan and asked her what she was thankful for and she said Jesus. (really, I thought she would say barbies or something, it must be Sunday).  We are so thankful for the atonement of Jesus Christ and the ability we have to return home to our Heavenly Father when we make good choices and repent. I am so thankful for all the people in my life, that give my life purpose and meaning.

Thanksgiving just puts us in the mood for Christmas, I hope this Christmas season we can turn our hearts to Christ and enjoy this wonderful season and give to others in need. Have a great day!