Happy Thanksgiving!

Thanksgiving morning had an early start, thanks to our early risers -
Gordon & Grayson.
We'd been up for hours before the Macy's Parade started; here are the boys, watching some of it.

Auntie Melissa & Uncle Joey stayed overnight Wednesday and Thursday.
Wednesday evening, Gary & Joey took the boys to a BSU basketball game, while Melissa and I got some dinner prep done and watched a movie. Melissa made three fabulous pumpkin cheesecakes!

Joey bought a 17.5 pound turkey and Melissa offered up her roasting skills this year. Here she's getting the bird ready to put into the oven, after soaking it in brine overnight.

Several hours later...it looked perfect (and tasted absolutely delicious!)

While the turkey 'rested' and the side dishes were prepared, Gordy and Grayson enjoyed some sunshine and snow outside.

Grayson brought in a slab of ice.

The cool air outside and all the fierce cooking going on inside, provided steamy windows for drawing upon.

This is Grayson's window sketch of Gordon and himself.

Getting the sweet potatoes and green bean casserole out of the oven.

Gordon set the table all by himself.

Carving the bird

Grayson sampling the green salad...and eating a good portion of the black olives and cherry tomatoes out of it.

Green salad, sweet potatoes, stuffing, green bean casserole, fresh rolls, garlic mashed potatoes, turkey gravy.... As soon as the cranberries and turkey were served, we were ready to eat.

After a special prayer, we went around the table and shared what we're most grateful for.

Our dinner was scrumptious and we all enjoyed a relaxing day together!
We are very blessed.

Grandpa Dave & Grandma Myra stopped by Thursday evening for pumpkin pie and cheesecake, as well as bringing some cute little treats - Oreo cookies turned into turkeys with chocolate malt balls, candy corn, and frosting.
Friday morning, Gary got up early and made a big batch of fresh scones for us all before heading to work. Joey and Melissa stayed through lunch and into the afternoon, playing and relaxing with the boys and me.
We hope you enjoyed a wonderful Thanksgiving as well!