Thanksgiving Fun!

A few days before Thanksgiving, Jonathan, Anna Kate, and I braved the airport crowds and flew to Austin to visit my family. After a smooth ride with only one short minor meltdown, we arrived back in the Lone Star State! We were greeted by my mom, sister, and brother in law. Anna Kate was enjoying a snack as we greeted our family.



Shortly after we arrived at my parents' house, we were joined by my dad and other sister. It was a full house from the start! My mom then presented Anna Kate with her Christmas present...a little early. It was a jungle animal activity center with noises, lights, and balls rolling everywhere. What a dream come true for our little one year old! This toy is a must have for anyone her age. Anna Kate loved it from the beginning! Thanks, Grandpa and GranJan!



After much food and fun on Thanksgiving Day, we took our own Turkey Trot around the block with stroller in tow. Then early Friday morning, my mom and sister hit the stores to gather some Christmas gifts deeply discounted (the only way, in our opinion). Note: Lauren and I had already hit the CVS sale early Thursday morning and wowed the sales clerk with how much money we saved...sister, sister!

By Saturday, the guys took off and the girls went to the lake to celebrate Catherine's soon to be marriedness. While we were gone, my parents watched Anna Kate. They had a blast and Anna Kate loved being with her grandparents for a special night away.



What a fun Thanksgiving trip! A couple notes...you may be wondering how we get Anna Kate to smile so well in all of these pictures. The truth is as soon as she sees the red light of a camera, she goes into posing mode. Her smile gets bigger and bigger with each flash. She loves that camera! Also, yes, Bart she has not stopped talking about you ever since you left. The baby shark song left lasting memories. We have a feeling Bart will be her next word!