Thankful

This Thanksgiving was simple, easy and laid back. Thank goodness. After coming back from our trip to California, it seemed like I literally unpacked, clean the house, went grocery shopping and Thanksgiving was here. We didn't have to travel, or house hop or even really have to cook or clean...yes it was that easy! Both sets of Chris' parent came for lunch, bringing lots of food in hand My husband did the hard stuff...the turkey and dressing. I made cranberry sauce. Yep, that's it folks. I didn't feel like I hosted at all, other then us having it at our house. My in-laws washed dishes and cleaned my kitchen too! We watched football and played with Jude. My Longhorns lost...boo. But I pretty much expected that and well I guess I can give Chris a turn to brag for once. I was thankful for such a relaxing day! We were all thankful for our husband/father/son to be at home and in America. That indeed was our biggest appreciation this year. Thankful that he is home. Thankful that he is safe. Thankful that we are free. Thankful to the men and women who are still putting their lives on the line for us everyday. Thanksgiving is really such a special tradition and holiday...there is nothing more to it than being thankful for what we have. No gifts to exchange, no Santa or bunnies or dressing in costumes. Not that that stuff isn't fun, but in the end, all that matters is that we appreciate the life we have. I know that I am thankful for mine.

Jude had all the attention with two sets of grandparents and a great Uncle playing with him.

Eugene and Vickie are sleepy and full on the couch



Unlce Ted is out



Jude was a happy kid despite no nap






He loved playing on Nani's iphone apps.