Happy Thanksgiving

the act of giving thanks; grateful acknowledgment of benefits or favors, especially to God.




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My niece Erin.



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The pilgrims and Indians are like my kids and don't want to stand up straight.



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My sweet, sweet friend Judy came up with her family and spent time with us. Thanks and come back soon! We love you!



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My nephew Corey whom I LOVE.



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My older sister Charly has had Thanksgiving at her house for as long as I can remember. She has 6 daughters.



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Brady skyped from Germany.




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Lael talking to Brady.



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We give thanks for the pleasure of fun, crazy, beautiful kids in our lives.



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Judy's daughter's Taizo



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OK, Ginger, I happen to be cutting cake, but I was telling your Nate he was getting in that picture with those girls!



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Now that's better! Judy's daughter Hope on the far right. Believe it or not, Judy has more kids than me.



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My sister's friend, Bing.



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My big brother.



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Cokie still has staples in her head... time to get off the trampoline.





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The next night we went downtown to Buca Di Beppo and watched the tree lighting.



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That Bruschetta is my favorite thing there!



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Look at Judy. She is so photogenic.




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Was Jeff smitten with Cokie or was Cokie smitten with Jeff?




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Let Christmas Commence in Indianapolis!




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