We missed church this morning as we needed to get the ham cooked and sliced before heading up to Matt's. John packed the turkey, ham, pie, stuffing and gifts into the back of the pickup and we got to Matt's in plenty of time to reheat the food before it was time to eat. Sara did her usual great job of setting and decorating the tables and Hanna and Rachel took the time this past week to make place cards for everyone.
The meal was served buffet style and there was plenty of food for everyone. There were three tables set up--one for the girls, one for the boys, and one for the adults. There are just too many of us now to all fit around one table.
Filling the plates
The boys chowing down
After the meal, everyone sat around visiting and then it was time to get the birthday celebration started. We had five grand kids with fall/winter birthdays--Jenni (9), Josh (11), Hanna (13), Sam (14), Isaac (18). The gifts were opened starting with the youngest and on up. I think everyone enjoyed and appreciated the presents they received.
Now that the gifts were given and the meal having had a chance to settle, it was time for pie. Our choices were pumpkin, cherry, apple, and cheese cake, which was made by Rachel. She is becoming quite the chef and does a great job for an eleven year old. With eating finally taken care of for a few hours, the men retired to the living room to watch football while the ladies cleaned up the kitchen and played a game. The kids all bundled up, they're a very hearty group, and headed outside to play football and ride the four wheeler. There is just enough snow on the ground to make tackling a lot of fun. John's sister and her family left soon afterward as they had a long drive home, but the rest of the us hung around and continued to snack on leftovers and play some cards.
We certainly had a wonderful Thanksgiving and birthday celebration--what a send off for our trip south. Before we left, all the kids and grand kids gave us big hugs and wished us safe travels and a good winter. It is always hard to leave for such a long period, but all are faithful to keep in touch and now that we have Skype, it will be even better. We are all packed and ready to go--first stop will be Sioux Falls, SD to visit with Amy' family. Fort Clark friends, we're on our way!!!
Now that the gifts were given and the meal having had a chance to settle, it was time for pie. Our choices were pumpkin, cherry, apple, and cheese cake, which was made by Rachel. She is becoming quite the chef and does a great job for an eleven year old. With eating finally taken care of for a few hours, the men retired to the living room to watch football while the ladies cleaned up the kitchen and played a game. The kids all bundled up, they're a very hearty group, and headed outside to play football and ride the four wheeler. There is just enough snow on the ground to make tackling a lot of fun. John's sister and her family left soon afterward as they had a long drive home, but the rest of the us hung around and continued to snack on leftovers and play some cards.
We certainly had a wonderful Thanksgiving and birthday celebration--what a send off for our trip south. Before we left, all the kids and grand kids gave us big hugs and wished us safe travels and a good winter. It is always hard to leave for such a long period, but all are faithful to keep in touch and now that we have Skype, it will be even better. We are all packed and ready to go--first stop will be Sioux Falls, SD to visit with Amy' family. Fort Clark friends, we're on our way!!!
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