Our Turkey Day was much less stressful this year. It was different from our traditional Thanksgiving, but less stressful all the same. Because my dad's side of the family usually does lunch, and the Heges have been so good to wait and have dinner, we usually squeeze two Thanksgiving meals into one day so we don't have to choose one family over the other. In years past, we've done the Collins lunch in Rocky Mount, which is a lovely 3 hour drive from us. Have you ever tried driving 3 hours after eating a huge meal--not fun! This year, the Collins clan decided to have Thanksgiving at my cousins home outside of Charlotte since so many of us are now in the western part of the state. Yay, we only had to drive an hour this time!! It was much more manageable, especially for Anna. Plus, my family got to come up and hang out with us for a few days. Here are some pics from our dual day.
Anna loved the gorgeous swimming pool and waterfall in Josh and Lisa's backyard.
Aunt Sarah was making sure she didn't fall in since she just HAD to put her hands in it!
Greg and Michelle chatting with Granmama.
Anna and Mimi "flying" on the swing
Since it was perfect Thanksgiving weather, Josh started a small bonfire and we roasted marshmallows and made smores. Here, Anna is sitting with her cousin Savannah.
We drove back home and regrouped, then headed over to the Heges for dinner. Luckily, we had a good 6 hours to digest between meals! I rarely take my camera with me when we are with the Heges since we see them so much, but I had extra foresight and actually got some family pics.
The whole family at dinner. Before the blessing, we asked Anna what she was thankful for. As she went around the table, Erin's friend, Aaron, became "the other E"!
Nannie helped Anna with a post-meal cupcake.
Aunt E and Anna
Four generations
Our family
We have so very much to be thankful for!!
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