As is tradition, the family all headed down to Hartfield for Thanksgiving. This year, we were all battling snow in the forecast for travel on Wednesday, but everyone made it down to the river house without major issue (other than the Simpsons having to deal with a dog throw up in the car), and the fest of cousin fun and eating began!
One of the sights we enjoy down at Hartfield is catching glimpses of the bald eagles that live on the other side of the river. On Thursday morning, one of them flew over to our side of the river, and we got a great look at it.
It didn’t stay too long before flying back to his side, but then it was joined by another bald eagle in the trees across the river. It was really cool to see!
As usual, the cousins had a great time hanging out together. They kept themselves busy playing together inside, outside, and, of course, making one of Mousey’s famed craft projects!
Cayenne also enjoyed the time at Hartfield. She is allowed on the couches there (which is a big treat for her), and there are plenty of things to sniff and explore.
She gets to play with the neighbor dog, Marbles, chase the girls, and race them as much as they’ll allow. After all that activity and some kitchen scraps, she gets some quality nap time. Not a bad life!
We had an awesome Thanksgiving meal – lots of turkey, sides, and the annual bushel of oysters. It was delicious! On Friday, the boys played a little golf while we girls went to Urbanna for pizza lunch, then on Friday evening the parents watched the girls while Bo, Mark, myself, Shenley and Garland went out to Merroir for a great evening!
I’m so very thankful for a family that has a great time hanging out together – both the young and the “old” - well, not too old yet! Of the many gifts God has blessed me with, a great family is definitely one at the top of my list! It’s truly something to be thankful for.
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