giving thanks

We had Thanksgiving with Todd's mom's side of the family this year

(there are 14 brother's and sisters...13 of which are living).

So, since there are over 130 people we have to rent out the old

Williamsburg High School gym in
Williamsburg, IN!

 

 

Here are five of the sisters ...Todd's mom is in the pink sweatshirt

and some spouses (and a sweet granddaughter)

helping to set things up yesterday.

 

 Here is another sister, Linda, setting up some Christmas decorations on the stage.

 

 Aunt Nita and Lily
setting up the craft tables.

Aunt Kathy and Lily making the table decorations.
They were so pretty :)

I just want to pause and say that Lily is just about the most thoughtful 14 year old that I know.
She just recently had 10 inches cut off of her beautiful blond hair and donated it to
Locks of Love...
someone is going to be sooo thankful for that gift, Lily!

Well, everything is ready for Turkey Day!

 

The food table!!

Standing in line...

 

Most everyone is served!

 

From the moment I came into this family 25 years ago I always look forward to this is day :))

I just love visiting with all of the aunts, uncles and cousins.

I came from a small family and never got to grow up with my cousins so

I feel extremely blessed to be a part of this ever-growing family!!

 

This year my parents joined us and fit right in.

The "Bane" family always make all feel welcome.

 

This year I forgot my camera so Sandy and Ellie,

thanks for letting me use your pictures.

 

 

Christmas decorating starts tomorrow and Lizzy and Graham

visited "Nita's Craft Table" and made me these snowmen to get things started.

I love them!

 They are seniors in high school and still love to do this!

(the best part: they couldn't get to the table fast enough to show me...and they had the biggest smiles on their faces :))

I'm so glad that you could join us today, Lizzy!

 

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!