Black Friday

Except, we didn't shop at all. We spent the day at Grandmom's and Granddad's with The Druelle's and Szczepanski's. The kids put on another play but it took place at night so the lights were off and couldn't get any good pictures. They also made some bracelets. Later in the afternoon, we played Bunco and Yahtzee. After dinner, we went to the Dwenger girls basketball game where John's uncle Dave was recognized for his years of coaching girls' basketball. He retired from coaching last year.

More Thanksgiving Day

At the Chiazza', the girls did some crafts (thanks to Aunt Mary for picking these up!) and the boys and some of the older girls played basketball outside with the neighbors. Jack was one of the basketball players. It was a tad cold...but, I guess kids have a different thermostat than adults because they were out most of the evening. Again, it was a great day!

 Kate and Sarah

 Elizabeth is constantly talking about Erin. She loves to see her and play with her.

 Looking at pictures with Uncle Mike

 Aunt Sue Sue with Kate

 Aunt Cindy and Anna

Thanksgiving Day

Thanksgiving day started off very cold at the Galloping Gobbler. Jack and John ran (Jack walked Aunt Sue Sue and Aunt Michele) the 4 mile race and I ran the 15K. It was in the teens with the wind chill! It was fun though. After finishing the races and taking HOT showers, we went to Grandmom's and Granddad's house for dinner and then later in the afternoon we went to the Chiazza's house for more food and desert. Whew! What a fun and busy day!

The kids had a blast with all of their cousins!

 Elizabeth giving Elizabeth a hug

The older kids made place cards for everyone. John's was by the far funniest. We couldn't tell if he was carrying a purse or what?

 

 dividing up the extra strawberries

 Aunt Julie with Kate and Elizabeth

The 4 year-old table

 Trying to put the left-overs away...always a challenge!

The older girls put on a play with some help from Jack and Abby.  It was cute!