Thanksgiving

We are so grateful for this time of year to reflect on the many blessings we have. I am particularly grateful for my testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ and the hope of Eternal Families that comes from that knowledge. I am grateful for many, many things, but during this phase of my life, I am especially grateful for the privilege and opportunity I have of being a mother who can be home with her kids - I can't think of anything that would make me happier! (My heartfelt prayers go out to those of you still waiting your turn for this blessing.)

Here is a little recap of how we celebrated our Thanksgiving:

We made these cute Pilgrim Hat Cookies for FHE and used them as place setting decorators. Lauren set them out. She also passed out the little turkeys we made from cut out hands and rice crispy treat balls - Thanks Mrs. Shaw (aka Aunt DeAnna) the art teacher for that idea. There is a cute little song that I learned in third grade that goes with the little turkeys. I am sure the girls would love to sing it for you if you have a chance to ask.

"Five Fat Turkey's are We"

Anna happily helps stir and sample the Graham Crunch

Rissie and Lauren check on the rolls. As you can see Lauren took special care that her hair was extra pretty for the big day and they both picked out skirts and tights to wear.

Sweet and Simple - We are ready for a little simplicity, at least I am. Although, I wouldn't have minded the extra effort to add a real table clothe or some matching place mats for our newly inherited Dining Room set. (Add that to the list. check....hope that doesn't sound ungrateful :)

I hate to brag, but for those who don't know, I have the best husband in the whole wide world!

We introduced the game Jenga to the girls. They loved it! You'll have to watch these quick clips of each of them trying.

Lauren's turn...she says she's gonna pick an easy one this time! Rissie is SO excited!