Tuesday, November 28, 2017

Thanksgiving


I had high hopes of sharing our Thanksgiving and our holiday weekend but mom life comes first and sometimes your computer doesn't work, you don't eat dinner until 9:45 and it's just one of those days...

Thanksgiving with a baby was amazing - Tatum has been our biggest blessing and reflecting on the past year we've been beyond thankful for so many things.  My mom jokes that it will take me a week to recap his first Christmas - he just makes the holidays even better! 


The day started off pretty early - as always! I was in charge of the appetizers, green bean casserole, stuffing, mushroom casserole (and then sides like cranberries and the bread) so I went ahead and got to work early.  I set the table with one hand and Tatum's help then we turned on the parade, went for a family walk and all got ourselves ready for the day. 


My family came over about 2:00 and we set out the appetizers, all grabbed a drink and settled into the kitchen for a bit.  My favorite part of this year was that it was so relaxing.  My mom and I got things ready in the kitchen, the four boys watched football and relaxed


Having a full kitchen on Thanksgiving is the best... 


We enjoyed the traditional menu - wine and appetizers to start - turkey, gravy, stuffing, potatoes, green bean casserole, sweet potato casserole, cranberries, mac n cheese and mushroom casserole. 


We didn't end up sitting down to eat until about 4:45 and Tatum spoiled us and had perfect behavior during the meal - he laid in his sleep n play between Derek and I and didn't cry until just about the last bite! 


After dinner and the Cowboys game I fell right asleep!  The nap was much needed but then we all dove into Christmas gear with Tatum - everyone had brought him a little something that he could play with this year and every year.  We finished the night off with desert and then more dessert at a neighbor's house - a very fun and memorable Thanksgiving! 

11 comments:

  1. Tatum's first Thanksgiving sounds perfect!!!! What a wonderful day!

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  2. So sweet and what a wonderful first Thanksgiving for Tatum! That last picture = 😍.

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  3. Looks like it was fantastic day and that last picture is very sweet. I think that we have the same crystal glasses too. :-)

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  4. Everything looks beautiful - as always!! Love it! What a wonderful first Thanksgiving for Tatum!!

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  5. What a perfect first Thanksgiving with your sweet little man! He is going to treasure these posts one day!

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  6. Aw, that last one is just too cute! Sounds like a wonderful time with your family!

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  7. That's awesome that Tatum slept all the way through dinner for y'all! It sounds like your Thanksgiving was perfect and relaxing as well, and I'm right there with you about being excited about Christmas with the littles!

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  8. Love Tatum's outfits and you guys really did up nicely with the decor and food! Sounds like it was a success!

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  9. He looks so adorable in his outfits. Your house is gorgeous! Loved the decor and place settings.

    Kaitlyn @ Oh, the Places We’ll Go!

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  10. What a perfect first Thanksgiving with Tatum and first Thanksgiving in your new home! So much fun and great job, Tatum, for letting mom and dad eat ;)

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  11. Everything looks perfect! I'm super impressed with how much you were able to handle with Tatum! I love your table setting!! So simple and pretty!!

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