Thanksgiving Memories

The kids and I made the journey to my parents' house in Alexandria, MN this past weekend for Thanksgiving. We went a different route this time so that we could avoid the traffic in the cities. It probably took us longer, but at least I didn't have to contend with those crazy semi-truck drivers or being stuck in stop-and-go traffic with 3 kids! Randy stayed back to go deer hunting, but unfortunately he wasn't able to get one. There is still muzzle-loader season, however! :) Blake, Bennett, and Marlee had fun playing 'house' with their cousins- Sophie(7), Grady(7, and Adam (4.5). They also liked playing picnic with Marlee's baby toys and making Christmas ornaments. Early Thanksgiving morning Jessi and I got up to run in Alexandria's YMCA 5K Turkey Day run. It was a windy and cold morning, but was fun to take part in a run with my sis. Jessi took 3rd place for females (even after having to stop at the halfway point to tie her shoe)! Nice job, Jess! I captured 1st place for women, and got the bonus surprise of winning a cake pan, cake mix, and frosting! (It's the little things!) Here are some pictures of the weekend. By far the sweetest picture is of Marlee and Grady. They sure became good little buddies on this trip. In one picture you can see Marlee laying on Grady's head. I think that is her version of a hug. We hope your Thanksgiving was as enjoyable as ours!