We went to NC to spend time with
family for Thanksgiving. I’m writing this on Sunday night after traveling all
day to get home. Although Dr. M drove the whole way, I’m not sure how coherent
this post will be. That should make it fun!
P.S. If you haven’t entered the
drawing for a free Flexi Clip & you want to, check out this
post to see how! I’m doing the drawing & announcing the winner Tuesday
evening.
Sunday,
November 23rd
Nuthatch
& chickadee sightings – made Dr. M’s day!
Squirrel
action.
Pinky
is still glorious… I need to get a picture with one of us standing beside her
so you can see how big she is!
My
daily walk. As I said on Facebook, what profiteth a neighborhood
if it hath two disturbing turkeys and also a nativity?
Monday,
November 24th
My daily walk – it was a BIT
breezy out!
After the events of the day I
found my evening prayers to be even more meaningful…
Tuesday,
November 25th
My daily walk. You know, I’m not
sure the penguin cap is really necessary when it’s nearly 40 degrees outside.
Wednesday,
November 26th
We drove to Hickory this day. I
drove the whole way! Usually I get drowsy on these drives, but I was alert
& only marginally terrifying to Dr. M. Even Rusty the Reindeer seemed to be
ok. Score!
I knew I had arrived at Daddy
& Amy’s house when I found the blubarb pie. Daddy had the idea to use half
rhubarb & half blueberries & it was fabulous!
My daily walk – the Wallace
B&B treadmill…
The moon!
Thursday,
November 27th – Happy Thanksgiving!
I was
responsible for decorating for the family gathering. Which, um, isn’t a
particular skill set of mine. Thank goodness I had a lot of help!! Dr. M &
my cousin’s granddaughter helped quite a bit, along with another cousin &
his stepson. Whew!
Here’s the
crew! We were missing a few folks this year…
Random
shots. I’m not sure why I’m wearing the paper pilgrim hat.
My rather
yellow meal. I’m not a big turkey eater. I decided to just get stuff I love.
Oh, & I didn’t eat all that food on the dessert plate – just most of it :)
My daily
walk – up & down my dad’s driveway. Made me appreciate the sidewalks in our
neighborhood!
Friday,
November 28th
Dr. M took some great pictures
in his old haunts – this is a refurbished cotton mill that’s now used for
weddings & other events.
Sheep!
The South Mountains.
My daily walk. I once again didn’t
listen to my father when he expressed concern about my choice of walking
trails, but once I had in my head that I wanted to walk Bakers Mountain there
was no backing down. Only a little over 2 miles, but it was just a bit
strenuous. My calves are still sore!
Daddy & Amy headed out to a
viewing. I decided I needed to take their picture.
Saturday,
November 29th
Songbirds
at my dad’s house. Dr. M took a ton of great pictures – this is just a
sampling.
We were
driving over to Dr. M’s dad’s house & I saw this little calf & made Dr.
M take its picture – SO CUTE! Its mom wasn’t too sure about us.
Spent
some time with Dr. M’s dad. The dining room table is over 125 years old – it’s
sure seen a lot! And I just like this funky lamp. Ha!
After we
left Pop’s house we decided to check out a “Rails to Trails” trail nearby.
There were a couple of benches on the trail put there by our great-nephew for
his Eagle Scout project – Dr. M’s dad helped build the benches. The benches are
great & it’s a really nice trail!
The moon!
That
evening I took some phone pics of pictures on the walls at Daddy’s house – they’d
be a pain to scan & I want to use them for future Throwback Thursdays. (Insert
maniacal laughter here)
Hope everyone has a great week!
Oh My... That last picture of the moon... I could just sit and gaze at it for hours (okay, really maybe only minutes). The pics of the birds, fabulous!
ReplyDeleteThe was one large group shot! I almost didn't find you!
I've been updating my 365 blog, although I am only in June and not sure I'm ready for such an undertaking (look how often I really blog, LOL!).
Oh, and because I didn't tell you the other day, Happy Thanksgiving... a few days late!
ReplyDeleteWow, your whole clan gets together for thanksgiving.
ReplyDeleteThat was a LOT of pictures of a LOT of things. The scenery was lovely, and of course, I am partial to the little cow. Nice action shot of the tufted titmouse as well.
ReplyDeleteI can't decide if you look better as a penguin or a pilgrim. Ha! Take care.
ReplyDeleteIt is so nice that you can have that history and enjoy it.
ReplyDeleteWow - I love your big Thanksgiving crowd! It was just four people at my house, trying to eat a 16-pound turkey.
ReplyDeleteJust kidding, we didn't try...we all love leftovers and I froze a nice hunk of the turkey breast.
Wow, that is a big Thanksgiving gathering! We're expecting about 15 people at Dave's parents for Christmas and I'm kind of dreading it, but if you can do it so can I. You've inspired me. :)
ReplyDeleteYou guys are so faithful about heading down to NC. But what a treat to be able to see so many people in one spot! The table decorations were very pretty. Its not my specialty either...I'm not "fussy" or patient enough.
ReplyDeleteKeep up the walking...great job!!
We watch the birds as we eat breakfast and Mike teaches me names and characteristics. He fills the feeders at least every other day.
ReplyDeleteI brought in a geranium this year, but how did I get it to blossom like yours?
Never heard of blubarb pie. Looks wonderful!
The crew is a crowd! But, was that last year's pic? Look like you have long hair.
What is your daily walking goal--distance, time?
Loved the animal pics!