Thanksgiving!

Happy (belated) Thanksgiving! We had a lovely day (and that's not just because it was the warmest Thanksgiving that I can remember! Seriously, it warmed up to where the kiddos could wear short sleeves.) The day started out with our family participating in our YMCA's Turkey Trot! We did 1.7 miles--and Emily and Christian actually ended up running most of the way with minimal complaints! Yeah, I was impressed. Cubby and Kari were a bit slower due to Kari wanting to get out and do some of her own running, then more riding, then being carried, then pushing the stroller. But, it was a lot of fun and the kids were so excited that they'd gotten to run in a race!For dinner we went over to Mom's (Grandma's). She had coloring and fun stuff set out for the kids (since they eat with lightening speed and the rest of us like to take our time!)After dinner, we decorated a family gingerbread house. Fun timers--although Emily wouldn't decorate with any cereal-based food.

Christian ended up eating more frosting than went on his side of the house! That kid loves his sweets.

After dessert we went into the living room where my mom lit up their Christmas tree to begin the holiday season! Kari treated us to some festive tunes (not really, but she sure looked cute sitting at the piano!)

I caught Christian in a (rare) down moment, coloring!Being with family and eating delicious food--what more could you ask for in Thanksgiving??!