Thanksgiving Homestyle

 

After we found out that a cousin tested positive for Covid, we had to quickly adjust our plans for Thanksgiving this year.  It was so sad at first, but then we decided we would just stay in Charlotte and enjoy NOT traveling for the first time ever on Thanksgiving Day!  

Dave and the kids planned the menu and went to work Wednesday night making the Oreo dessert.

This morning I started with a short run in the pouring rain.  Thankfully, by the time I got home, the rain stopped and we were all able to get ready for the neighborhood Turkey Trot.  I promised Savannah I would walk with her so I had to get a quick run in earlier. :)  It turned out to be a beautiful morning and we enjoyed our time outside.  We came home, showered, and put the turkey in the oven.  

It wasn't long before the sides were all ready and we were enjoying our first ever Thanksgiving meal with just us four at home. I have to say I missed the conversations and laughter around the table, but it was nice to stay home.  We spent the afternoon decorating for Christmas and then we ready for dessert.

The boys spent some time setting up our outdoor lights too.

We are truly counting our blessings this Thanksgiving. Sure it's been a pretty yucky year with Covid and things are most definitely different, but we are so grateful for our health, family, friends, and that we have not been devastated by this awful virus.  We choose to be thankful today!!