A Happy Thanksgiving

We enjoyed a wonderful Thanksgiving Day.

I am guilty of hustling and bustling through the holidays and not fully focusing on what is most important. It's easy for me to get caught up in the details of projects, decorating and gifting rather then enjoying, relaxing and serving the people in my life. (Actually, I'm guilty of this all year round if I want to be perfectly honest about it.) This Thanksgiving WAS an exception to that.

We gathered at the Clawson's home for a delicious dinner, contributed by all. During dinner, we took turns asking "conversation starter" questions that sparked stories and experiences past and present. We heard one of Jason's most embarrassing stories of accidentally walking into the girl's locker room, Tawnya's earliest memory of trying to find her lost shoe before mom found out and got mad and talked about historical events that would have been cool to witness, among other things.

We went around the table and shared what we were thankful for. I enjoyed listening to the gratitude of our many blessings including; the gospel, good schools, FOOD! (mentioned several times by kiddos), family members, an income, good health, family safety, and much more. It was sweet to feel the spirit and wonderful to feel the love we have for one another. It was especially sweet to have Grandma Ison there and to hear her testimony. She expressed her love for each one of us and told us how proud she was of us. I soaked up the togetherness and savored the moment.

Many of us stayed late into the night, playing games, talking and just enjoying one another. It was a full day of family togetherness... A Happy Thanksgiving!

PS- Thank you Clawson's for hosting.
PPS-We missed you Tim and Karen!