Thanksgiving is such a peaceful holiday for me. It's sort of the calm before the storm...one last chance to soak up "fall" (although the weather is still fall-ish for us a little while longer...once Christmas decorations start coming out, I think winter!) before the chaos of the Christmas season begins. Thanksgiving is so much more laid back and easy going than Christmas...there are no presents to worry about, just simple fellowship with family and loved ones.
Although I think we should be thankful EVERY day of our lives for the amazing blessings that we have, it is cool to have a holiday devoted to just THAT. This year, above all I am so incredibly thankful to God for giving us the most precious gift in the world...being parents to Collins has truly been the best gift of my life. I am also thankful for AMAZING and supportive family and friends, our health and our families health, the ability to provide for our family, and as always, the amazing men and women who protect us day in and day out, so that I can sit here and type on my computer all of the things that I am thankful for.
Our Thanksgiving festivities began Sunday night with our 4th annual FRIENGS-giving. This has become one of my most cherished traditions and favorite nights of the year. We have a group of 27 best friends that come together to give THANKS for all that we are blessed with. It's pretty neat to get on an emotional/deeper level with this big of a group of people...I love every single person at this event so much, they each mean something different to me and I would do anything in the world for any of them.
Wednesday night we celebrated with my family at our house. It was just one of those GOOD nights. Conversation flowed constantly, my niece kept everyone entertained, and the babies played. Good for the soul. So much to be thankful for.
Mikey's family came over Thursday for lunch. We had a small group as his sister and her family couldn't come up, but we still had a great time. I wish I would have taken more pictures at both of these events, but sometimes I just get so sick of pulling out the camera!
Although I think we should be thankful EVERY day of our lives for the amazing blessings that we have, it is cool to have a holiday devoted to just THAT. This year, above all I am so incredibly thankful to God for giving us the most precious gift in the world...being parents to Collins has truly been the best gift of my life. I am also thankful for AMAZING and supportive family and friends, our health and our families health, the ability to provide for our family, and as always, the amazing men and women who protect us day in and day out, so that I can sit here and type on my computer all of the things that I am thankful for.
Our Thanksgiving festivities began Sunday night with our 4th annual FRIENGS-giving. This has become one of my most cherished traditions and favorite nights of the year. We have a group of 27 best friends that come together to give THANKS for all that we are blessed with. It's pretty neat to get on an emotional/deeper level with this big of a group of people...I love every single person at this event so much, they each mean something different to me and I would do anything in the world for any of them.
Mikey's family came over Thursday for lunch. We had a small group as his sister and her family couldn't come up, but we still had a great time. I wish I would have taken more pictures at both of these events, but sometimes I just get so sick of pulling out the camera!
We enjoyed a long walk with Mimi Thursday before she had to head back to Augusta. The weather has been GORGEOUS this week and it was so nice to be out leisurely walking around. We had some friends come over last night that we don't get to see very often, spending time with friends from "home" is what holidays are all about.
Unfortunately, Mikey had to work today and has to work tomorrow until 2, boo:-( Collins and I enjoyed the heck out of our day though. We both slept in, played outside, went on two walks, and snuggled lots. It really has been such a good day. (I wish I had a day like this every week....) We went and met Mikey tonight to participate in a little bit of Black Friday shopping, I had to give C a taste of the craziness, ha!
Tomorrow's agenda for Collins and me is much of the same. Snuggles, play, walks, more snuggles. I CANNOT WAIT. Of course, until it is time to get ready to head to our CAROLINA/CLEMSON game viewing party. I am SUPER nervous about the game this year. Sort of glad I am not going to be watching it with my brother and dad as originally planned. I just don't think I could handle being around Clemson fans. I know, I'm being super negative...can't help it.
TWO more full days to spend with my girl before getting back to the grind on Monday. I sure am enjoying my time off with my girl. Hope you all had a fabulous Thanksgiving holiday!
xoxo.
Unfortunately, Mikey had to work today and has to work tomorrow until 2, boo:-( Collins and I enjoyed the heck out of our day though. We both slept in, played outside, went on two walks, and snuggled lots. It really has been such a good day. (I wish I had a day like this every week....) We went and met Mikey tonight to participate in a little bit of Black Friday shopping, I had to give C a taste of the craziness, ha!
Tomorrow's agenda for Collins and me is much of the same. Snuggles, play, walks, more snuggles. I CANNOT WAIT. Of course, until it is time to get ready to head to our CAROLINA/CLEMSON game viewing party. I am SUPER nervous about the game this year. Sort of glad I am not going to be watching it with my brother and dad as originally planned. I just don't think I could handle being around Clemson fans. I know, I'm being super negative...can't help it.
TWO more full days to spend with my girl before getting back to the grind on Monday. I sure am enjoying my time off with my girl. Hope you all had a fabulous Thanksgiving holiday!
xoxo.
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