Low-Key Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving was exactly what we wanted this year--subdued. As the weather dropped by 40 degrees from the previous day, Keri baked a chocolate pecan pie (easy) and Neal made apple sage dressing and baked bread. We watched some of the parade, perused the Black Friday ads, called family, and typed up our Christmas newsletter.
About five o'clock we headed over to our friends, the Garvins, for dinner. We were joined by our friends, the Dickensons. Dinner was simple but traditional and oh so tasty. Later we were joined by the Goode's, ate pie and played board games while the kids played and watched movies.
Neal did wake a bit early (but not crazy early) and took advantage of a few bargains before heading to work today.

We hope you had a nice Thanksgiving too. We are truly thankful for the numerous blessings God has given us, especially this year. We are grateful for medical insurance and returning health. We received so much support from our church, friends, and family--prayers, babysitting, meals, house cleaning, yard work, preschool opportunities for Sophie, cards, and well wishes. It really helped us to function through a difficult time. We truly appreciate the eternal perspective that the gospel of Jesus Christ offers. God has revealed his love for us repeatedly and most often through those around us. Thank you.