Thankgiving down......Christmas still to go!

Well, we made it through Thanksgiving and Black Friday. First time cooking a holiday meal as a complete family. My parents were here to celebrate and give thanks as well as two of my favorite aunts. We enjoyed our time together and the memories of Logan's first Thanksgiving. Next year he will be able to sit at the big table and eat with the rest of us. This year his menu consisted of Gerber carrots and cereal with a splash of formula. Doesn't sound tasty, but the little guy enjoyed it.

After all the eating, talking, laughing and football, we planned our shopping out for Black Friday. Up at 5am, we left at 5:30 to hit the stores. About two years ago, we braved the cold and were at Best Buy at 4am. This time, we decided to take the more casual approach. If we find stuff, we buy it. If we don't, we don't. I think we did fairly well. Got Logan lots of toys......that he tested before we purchased........as well clothes, shoes and other small goodies. We finally made it home around 4pm. Had some leftovers and rested. Logan did extremely well. For being six months old, he shopped like a pro. He took his naps, ate when he was hungry and never complained about the atmosphere. He was great, which gets us prepared for next year. Didn't get all of our gift shopping done, but will finish soon. I don't plan on waiting till the last minute.......like I have in the past.

Thanksgiving this year was different as we are so thanksful for the new joy in our life, Logan. Every holiday now has a different meaning. More memories are being made and new traditions are created. We can only hope that each year brings new blessings and shows us what we are truly thankful for......our family and each other.

Hope you had a great Thanksgiving with your friends and family. Looking forward to Christmas and the beginning of a New Year.