Thanksgiving 2005

Wednesday afternoon the kids, dogs, and I loaded into the car and headed to my parent's house in Lincoln. There were only the five of us this year. Denise and Dawn stayed in North Carolina, and Donna stayed in Texas. Of course, Brian is in Nevis (I know he is really homesick right now, but only 20 more days!).

We had the traditional Colter Thanksgiving meal: turkey (only a breast this time though), mashed potatoes and gravy, stuffing, egg noodles, deviled eggs, banana pudding, and pineapple "fluff". Michaila made celery stuffed with peanut butter, the deviled eggs, and the banana pudding all my herself! I told Mom we are lacking a healthy veggie once again. Next year I will be sure to buy fresh beans!

My Mom always buys a new 1000 piece puzzle for us to put together when we visit. This time it was a mystery puzzle so you had to read a story for clues and then put the puzzle together to solve the mystery. You aren't given a picture to go by either. Before we started the puzzle though Michaila insisted on playing Scrabble. Michaila did pretty well considering she is only in fifth grade! Of course Nolan and Dad watched TV and messed with the dogs.

Mom had to work yesterday so we hung around the house. After a little bit of tae bo, I tried to make some progress on this paper I am required to take to Phoenix with me, but I didn't get very far. Mom came home a bit early so the girls headed to downtown Lincoln, which has some cute little shops. While they decorated for Christmas, I tried to get some work done. Later on we had a rematch at Scrabble. This time Nolan and I teamed against Mom and Micha. We only lost by 30 points, which is pretty good considering they had the Q, J, X, and Z!

Today I will make a more concerted effort on this paper, but it is difficult when visiting family. The kids and I will go home today so tomorrow I will lock myself in the bonus room. I leave Thursday after work and will be gone until the wee hours of December 9. Wish me luck!