Monday, November 28, 2011

Thanksgiving 2011

So much to be thankful for, so sad there's only one day a year that celebrates thankfulness.

In a Thankful nutshell, I am grateful for...

T- Thanksgiving. The one holiday that isn't over-commercialized. Yet.
H- Haacke's. I love 'em all.
A- All that I have... and then some.
N- Nuts, like those in Sweets chocolate peanut clusters. Boy do I love those things.
K- Kindness. It is so uplifting to be on the receiving end of kindness and compassion.
F- Food and full bellies. I am really thankful for good food and how good it tastes.
U- United States of America. I enjoy my freedoms and appreciate those who protect them.
L- Lande's...especially my own.

We had a great time in Utah. As always, home and family are key for me.

Enjoying our beautiful and delish Thanksgiving meal.

Making the traditional Thanksgiving candy turkey.
We tried something a little different...but still fun and still tasty.

Enjoyed a few activities, besides eating and also more eating.
Craig and Camron did the rope course.

While Camron did the ropes, Meaghan opted for the play area with her cousins.

I shall write a letter to my local congressman to ask for additional National holidays that celebrate gratitude, and that also provide time off from work/school and consist of lots of yummy foods. Feel free to join in the petition.

2 comments:

Sara White said...

Love it. Miss you guys already and can't wait for two weeks until you are here again. :)

Would you mind sending over some pics that you took of the turkey making of my kids? Plus anything else you think I may want. Otherwise I will still from your blog. Some day I hope to have Aunt June's picture taking remembering talent.

Marilyn Jenkins said...

Speaking of Thanksgiving. . .I am thankful to have stumbled on the Lande crew and visit for a bit. Note to self, Juli: call Marilyn next time you're around--before you head to the gym. (Oh, and that princess microphone--I hear a princess-minded, song-singing granddaughter calling its name. Great find!)