One of the best Thanksgivings I have ever had...

This past week was a rough one. I started my new job and worked late nearly every night. However, I enjoyed every bit of it. I am so very excited to be in this new position. I feel that God has blessed me with this opportunity and I appreciate it.

I was SO ready for Wednesday evening. I got off work and Ryan and I went to my parents' house. My little brother came in from Tulsa and we had a very relaxing evening with good food and conversation. The next morning Ryan and I woke up and went to my work around 10:30. Epworth made Thanksgiving Dinner for our local firestation. We packed up the food and delivered it to our local heroes.

We went back to my parents' house so I could make deviled eggs and then headed out to Ryan's grandparents' house in OKC.

We were greeted by family and the wonderful aroma of a Thanksgiving feast. We were able to catch up with Ryan's Uncle Terry and Aunt Tona, who drove all the way from Colorado to be here. The Thanksgiving feast was AMAZING. Smoked turkey, baked turkey, mashed potatoes. green bean casserole, dressing, rolls, and sweet potatoes were on the menu. Oh, and don't forget the 5 different kinds of pies they offered! I normally don't eat sweets, but I just HAD to try the cherry pie that Ryan's mom made..... it was FANTASTIC! After the meal we all hung out and watched football, and half of us took a nap (hehe).

We took lots of pics and then Ryan and I headed out to my parents' house for Round Two.

We arrived at my parents' around 5:30. We had deviled eggs, turkey and gravy, mashed potatoes. green beans, corn, dressing, fruit salad, cranberry sauce, sweet potato casserole, and a 7 layer salad. WAY too much food, but soo good!

Aftwards I took a nap and we had some good family time at the house.

Later, Ryan and I went home and continued to play Rock Band til late in the morning. :)


Such a blessed Thanksgiving. We are both so very lucky for our amazing family and friends and of course, each other! Ryan will be leaving next year to fulfill his duty as a soldier and this was the PERFECT Thanksgiving to have before he leaves. :) Love to all!