Thanksgiving day...

Thanksgiving is here again... it would seem. I have been planning for weeks, preparing for the family to come and join us here at the farm... it's turning into a tradition I think. Most everyone can join us this year... which really makes me so happy....

I was the first one up... I had a date... with a bird!!!! I like cooking the bird and since it was one that we raised, it's very special.....

here "he" is.... the rest of the morning was happily spent getting the table set, preparing a few side dishes, and watching the Macy's Thanksgiving parade on TV. We've had a light snow, and with all of the going on's... it certainly feels like a holiday.....

Kassy, Nate, Reagan with Banjo and Charlie in tow were the first to arrive. I love the little shirt Reagan had on... stating "my first Turkey day!!!"

The rest of the family soon followed and the house was filled with activities and sound. My Mom had bought for Kass a naivety set, and since she wanted to be sure Kass had it for Christmas.. she had he open it ....Reagan was quite interested in all the little boxes and checked them all out....

The turkey was done right on time, and if I do say so... it came out perfectly. I have a feeling that there won't be too many left overs from this fine bird....

And we all sit together... so blessed with each one's company and the joy of simply being together with so many good things in front of us....

I had hoped to hitch Duke and take people for rides like I did last year.. but the wind was really blowing and it just seemed too cold. By the looks of those relaxing on the couch, I think the good meal and warm woodstove after such a great meal... worked their magic....

and for those who could stay awake..a nice time to catch up and visit....

Round two... desserts!!!

Sadie, Jessie and Abbie arrived later in the day. They had other family to visit as well.. so I was just so happy that they were able to get to see us at the end of the day...

Seeing my two little grands together... now that IS Thanksgiving!!!

Abbie is quite thrilled that Reagan is becoming a real "little person"... she loves to see all the things he does now and report to me.... ie.. "Baby, Reagan can hold his own cup now!!!"

So nice that they will grow up together and be close enough to have a real friendship....

Reagan tells Papa that he thinks Thanksgiving was pretty fun....

and I certainly agree... hoping that all of you had as nice a day as we did.... the holiday season has begun....