Thanksgiving 2013

We had the pleasure of having Jered's mom (aka Grammy) and brother (Uncle Ian) at our house for Thanksgiving. The kids were so happy to see their Grammy and uncle. Ian was sick almost the whole time he was here in Virginia, but we were so happy to see him anyway (poor guy!). We had time to see Jered at work, eat lunch with Will at school, visit Emma's library, have a girls' shopping day, and a wonderful Thanksgiving meal. We also put up the tree and other Christmas decorations with Grammy the day after Thanksgiving. Grammy's birthday was December 1, so we were able to celebrate together. This Friday, December 5 after Ian flew out, we went to Will's school for "Cookies and Cocoa with Santa" - their school Christmas festival. It was very well done, with lots of crafts to make, cocoa and cookies, take home coloring books, a gift shop for the kids to buy family presents for $1, and a chance to get a picture with Santa. The kids had a blast with (Emma quote) "that Christmas man at Will's school." They each got a candy cane, and this morning Emma told us she "wants to buy another candy for her mouth," so I guess candy canes are on her Christmas wish list! Jered's Christmas leave was approved, so we are gearing up for our Texas road trip in about 10 days. It's been a busy holiday season!