MN Anniversary

With our forty-seventh wedding anniversary two days away, we celebrate the occasion today while we are all together. Brunch buffet at their club is a favorite destination, and we take our appetites.

My wonderful family makes every day precious! Tomorrow we go separate ways but our hearts stay connected always. Thanks to each and every one for a holiday weekend full of sweet memories!

MN Turkey Bowl

Saturday after Thanksgiving the family hosts the Annual Turkey Bowl for some of their friends. They rent four lanes and shoes of a bowling alley below a bar that boasts best hamburgers and beer selections. This year we have four families joining our family of seven.

Pawpaw wastes no time locating his perfect ball before guests arrive. Let the games begin! Burgers with sweet potato fries keep us fueled.

When back at home, we heed the sign made by younger granddaughter earlier in the weekend to remind us to eat some of the pies. A sliver of pumpkin cheesecake topped with a spoon of pecan pie is my winner.

Before bedtime the younger ones manage a game of Twister to end the evening. Merry Christmas! Get ready for Happy Anniversary!

MN Saturday Christmas

By 2:15 Saturday afternoon, wrapped presents are piled under the tree and excitement is at a peak (also at a peek!). True to family tradition, we distribute the gifts and unwrap them one by one with many oohs, ahhs, and thanks. Blessings are all around, and being together is the dearest one.

After opening gifts, we have no time to tidy the room before leaving for the next event. Papers, boxes, new toys, all can wait while we attend/host the Annual Turkey Bowl.