Thanksgiving 2008

I am so thankful! Even looking through these pictures (3 months after the fact) stirs so many thoughts of blessing. How can God love me so much to meet all of our needs and many of our dreams too. This Thanksgiving was extra special because of my kitchen help. The boys have helped in the past but they grew weary after a while. Bethany was in it for the duration. She asked if she could help make the pumpkin pie the day before and from then on, she was in the kitchen any time that I was. Dinner was a little later than originally planned but extra sweet because my helper participated in every dish served!

This year we decided to try a brined turkey - it was delicious and moist but I wasn't prepared for the amount of salt used, not the best choice for my dad. One of the funniest things that happened on Thanksgiving was Bethany setting the table. She laid out the plates, napkins, silverware and cups. When she finished that task she asked where the nametags were. I pointed out that there were only 7 of us and we all knew where to sit. She wasn't having any of it - so I stopped cooking and grabbed some of my card making stuff and she made us all placecards. I don't know where she comes up with this stuff - but it is fun to watch!

Thank you, Lord. Thank you.