We had a wonderful Thanksgiving with our family this year. Brian and I are fortunate to have both of our families close by so we don't have to travel during the holidays- and we get to see both families at each holiday. We both have been blessed beyond measure with our families. Of course I love spending time with my family, but I also LOVE spending time with Brian's family. They welcomed me into their family from day one and I have felt like family ever since (And by day one I mean that Brian's uncle told him after meeting me for the first time that he was going to marry me- yes- his uncle is a wise man! :)
This year was extra special because we had Kate with us. It is still so hard to believe that this time last year we knew nothing about her, and now she is the perfect fit into our family. It really does feel like she has been here forever. We are so thankful that God choose us to be her family. We will be eternally grateful!
Making turkey cookies
Ma showing Kate how to make them (sorry for the lack of shirt!)
Brett carefully placing his turkey parts
Kate, on the other hand, went straight for the eating!
My cute girl- our friend Beth sent this dress to Kate- isn't it the cutest thing!!
Ma, Daddy Bob, Brett, and Kate
Aunt Christy and Kate making Playdoh mustaches
Lindsay and Cara join in on the fun
Carter and Brett
Aunt Julie and Kate (Kate LOVED Aunt Julie)
Kate meeting Mary Frances for the first time
5 comments:
The pictures are wonderful, as always! I come to the site everyday to see if there are new ones! I still can't wait to see Kate in person (I am very jealous that Cliff got to meet her first!) I hope it won't be much longer, but it is so hard to plan anything right now. I think about y'all everyday, though, and am still praying for all of you! Enjoy this first holiday season with both of your babies! I love you! Stacy
love all the pictures. Thanks for sharing! Counting down the days til the visit!!
she really seems like such a natural fit for you all!! l love all of the pictures!!
oh and i can do your blog design whenever, don't be shy...things are "normal" again around here!!
I'm glad the dress fits! She looks adorable in it!
Beth
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