We spent Thanksgiving day with the Dean's this year. Mama J made a delicious feast, enjoyed by everyone. We arrived in town just in time to whip up the Cranberry relish. Other then that, we can't take credit for the beautiful festive tables, decorations and delicious food. Thank you Dean's for making our Thanksgiving so special. We also enjoyed visiting with Grandma Dean who drove in from Decatur and watching the Jess man dominate in WN basketball. And of course- BLACK FRIDAY! We hit Yorktown Mall around 5:30am, Dunkin Donuts coffee in hand. I love this tradition. The only downside is- the rest of mankind loves it too. The crowds were crazy. We also enjoyed getting to hang a few ornaments on the tree Saturday before we headed out.
Saturday we headed over to the Haist's for some Christmas decorating! Listened to Christmas music, drank delicious lattes and ate about a hundred of Gaye's delicious homemade oatmeal cookies. It was fun to jump into the spirit of Christmas. We enjoyed a little family game night of Taboo on Saturday and church at Gary United Methodist on Sunday. It was also fun to see and catch up with Ben, the movie star!
Sunday we headed back to St. Louis. We had fun carpooling on this trip with our new friends, Kyle & Christy! It made the 7 hour drive (1 1/2 hrs spent in traffic), much more bearable. We got back and after finishing my progress reports right around 11pm, we headed to bed. Needless to say, I'm feeling pretty exhausted and looking forward to Friday. Sam is cranking away at his sermon he preaches for class tomorrow- prayers appreciated!
We have so very much to be thankful for. Jesus. Our marriage. Our sweet dog, Ethel. Jobs we enjoy. Friends. South City Church. St. Louis (only October-May!). Our home. Wonderful parents. Fun and supportive siblings. Amazing extended family. Oh the list could go on forever.
Much love,
Sam, Katelyn & Ethel
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| Thanksgiving 2011 |
