Thanksgiving 2009

Meet Baby Maggie. She is really sweet and getting huge! She is over seven pounds now. Still too tiny for me to comfortably hold, but a joy to her Mom and the Bubb.

We waited until Thursday morning to drive to Sarah's for Thanksgiving. Of course we forgot the pies, the only thing for which we had responsibility. We're getting a few bats in the belfry, but don't mention it.

Sarah and Aaron did a wonderful job on the dinner, including a BBQ/smoked turkey breast that was really tender and moist. We enjoyed the feast and the opportunity to share it with the family.



On Friday morning Bubby woke on a mission. She had names for which baptisms needed to be done, so we headed to the Jordan River temple, arriving before 6:00 AM. Bubby was baptized for 21 and I for 10. We were completed before 7:00. On our way back to Babsy's, Bubb wanted to stop at Winn Co. We had a grand time wandering the aisles, particularly in the bin area. Bubb could not resist buying a little ice cream, particularly because it was Tillamook brand. Pictured above.are Bubby and the kids getting ready to enjoy Aunt Laur's favorite variety. They loved it.

Dan his kids came on Friday morning and we spent the day together, including a trip to Andrew's little Red Robin for lunch. The kids all dig their Mac and Cheese and unlimited fries.



On Saturday, Daniel, Rosalyn and the kids came up and we played some games while the kids enjoyed being together. It was a great way to make a dent in the leftovers and fun to be together.

On Saturday evening, Sarah's family, Bubby and Poppy, and Grandpa Gary and Grandma Marsha all joined forces for a trip to Temple Square to look at the Christmas lights. We all met at Little America where we parked and caught free Trax to the Square. We were early for lights, but passed the time pleasantly enough in the V.C. Sarah is doing remarkably well for a lady who had a C-section recently. I could not help but see the smile similarities between this photo and the many we took of Katie this weekend.



This is a great shot of Lydia before the fall (more about that later). She was having fun looking at all of the lights. Each of us had responsibility for a child and Babsy had responsibility for Chee Ha.



A great photo of the kids on Temple Square. Bubby was the photographer. She should be proud.



When we walked over toward the Church Office Building, Chee tripped on her Mom's foot while she had her hands in her pocket trying to warm them. The result was yet another bunged up face. She even scraped her forehead, under her bangs. She is a trooper through it all. It only makes her sad for a short time.



On Sunday morning before the blessing, we did a little photo shoot. There were some great photos, but I have only included a few. Kate with Sister Maggie.



Bubby in heaven with her newest grand.



A nice family photograph. The family rallied around to support the event and following the blessing we adjourned to Sarah's for a nice brunch and some pleasant conversation. It was great to see everyone.

We had a splendid weekend and lots of fun. Glad we were able to share it with Sarah and Daniel. We missed Booty, Laur and Leo, however.

Buboppy