OK, so it isn't technically Thanksgiving, but we had a wonderful time celebrating today. Carl and Jeanette were able to make it out for a visit which made our dinner even better. There was a lot of food - turkey, mashed potatoes, dressing, etc, courtesy of Doug and Carl. My Mom added in some great finger foods, noodles and desserts. Besides our family and parents, Aunt Jan and Uncle Lee were even able to make it down to join in the festivities.
We all had a great time catching up and sharing stories before dinner. The after dinner activities revolved around games of pool for the active and the movie Robin Hood for the resting. It was fun to use our china. With the new glass hutch part of our kitchen now, I hope to use it quite a bit more for family get togethers.
Doug had purchased the game Pit when we were shopping a couple of weeks ago. He hadn't played in years, and I am not sure that I really ever knew how to play, although I remember ringing the bell. Brett, Dad, Doug, Cam and I tested it out after cleanup and had a great time. Doug, of course was the big winner, but it made for lots of laughs.
The guests started to trickle out one by one until only Cal's friend, Sam, was left. He didn't technically come over for the Thanksgiving celebration, but to work on a Lord of the Flies project with Cal. We enjoyed their banter and stories of their weekend adventures as they finished off the pumpkin pie.
As we now watch the movie "The Shining" with Brett - his new tradition horror movies for Thanksgiving break, I can't help but feel blessed. It was a great day, full of festivities, conversation and lots of laughs. Who could ask for anything more during this time of year?
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