What a great Thanksgiving Day! We missed our first Turkey Trot since Darren and I married, but we didn't want to risk little Holden getting sick. So instead of getting up extra early and fighting large crowds we all slept in (a RARE treat at the Hughes house) and enjoyed a relaxing breakfast TOGETHER (another rare treat to have Darren home in the morning). Preston and Elic decided to re-try some of their baby toys and this is what Darren found them doing while I was getting ready:
The morning was spent watching the Macy's parade and playing. Around noon we headed over to my mom and Papaw's house. I was glad that the weather was nice enough for us to be outside most of the afternoon. Check out this great shot of Preston catching some air.
All three boys were very cooperative and let us take numerous family photos. Elic has gotten into the "cheesy" smile stage but it's still awfully cute.
My niece, Sammie, is growing up too fast! I can't believe she'll be a senior in high school next year. Seems like only yesterday I was 16 and meeting her at the hospital for the very first time. My how time flies . . .
Don't let the sweet smiles and brotherly hug fool you!
Notice all the males match in my family. I can easily find them clothes to wear for special days like Thanksgiving, but as for me, not so easy. Maybe next year I'll be in a coordinating outfit. Although by then I'm sure they'll be telling me they're too old to wear matching clothes.
Nana and her angels- wait I'm not in the picture so she's missing one angel :)
We wore Papaw out, as we do every time we visit him. He is asked to play "bear" and growls and chases the boys all over. He plays football and baseball. Then he has to swing each boy and tell them one of his famous "stories". I tell you the truth, story telling is a lost art that our generation is missing. If you ever want to hear about the mean boys "Jack and Fred" or all the crazy adventures that Scooby Doo goes on or countless other made up stories you should stop by Papaw's and sit and listen for awhile. It's really amazing the tale he can spin.
After a wonderful meal where everyone ate too much, we enjoyed watching the Cowboys play. The only thing that could have made this day any more perfect than it already was would have been if the Aggies beat tu like they should have. Preston and Elic have been practicing their whoops and gig'ems- they do a great job and that's because they come by it honest.
Holden ended his day being rocked in Papaw's lap. I would say that he really enjoyed his first Thanksgiving.
This year we have much to be thankful for including precious Holden, our new home, a safe surgery for Elic (post about that to come soon), Crystal's engagement, all our supportive and loving family and good health. I hope that we are thankful everyday for our blessings and not just in November. Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
The morning was spent watching the Macy's parade and playing. Around noon we headed over to my mom and Papaw's house. I was glad that the weather was nice enough for us to be outside most of the afternoon. Check out this great shot of Preston catching some air.
All three boys were very cooperative and let us take numerous family photos. Elic has gotten into the "cheesy" smile stage but it's still awfully cute.
My niece, Sammie, is growing up too fast! I can't believe she'll be a senior in high school next year. Seems like only yesterday I was 16 and meeting her at the hospital for the very first time. My how time flies . . .
Don't let the sweet smiles and brotherly hug fool you!
Notice all the males match in my family. I can easily find them clothes to wear for special days like Thanksgiving, but as for me, not so easy. Maybe next year I'll be in a coordinating outfit. Although by then I'm sure they'll be telling me they're too old to wear matching clothes.
Nana and her angels- wait I'm not in the picture so she's missing one angel :)
We wore Papaw out, as we do every time we visit him. He is asked to play "bear" and growls and chases the boys all over. He plays football and baseball. Then he has to swing each boy and tell them one of his famous "stories". I tell you the truth, story telling is a lost art that our generation is missing. If you ever want to hear about the mean boys "Jack and Fred" or all the crazy adventures that Scooby Doo goes on or countless other made up stories you should stop by Papaw's and sit and listen for awhile. It's really amazing the tale he can spin.
After a wonderful meal where everyone ate too much, we enjoyed watching the Cowboys play. The only thing that could have made this day any more perfect than it already was would have been if the Aggies beat tu like they should have. Preston and Elic have been practicing their whoops and gig'ems- they do a great job and that's because they come by it honest.
Holden ended his day being rocked in Papaw's lap. I would say that he really enjoyed his first Thanksgiving.
This year we have much to be thankful for including precious Holden, our new home, a safe surgery for Elic (post about that to come soon), Crystal's engagement, all our supportive and loving family and good health. I hope that we are thankful everyday for our blessings and not just in November. Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
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