Thanksgiving in Asheville

Our farm house in the middle of nowhere * Brian, Jay, me, Kyle, Mary, Dan

This Thanksgiving I traveled to Asheville, NC. It was a beautiful eight hour drive that ended at the farm house that we rented for the holiday. The farm house was perfect for our very traditional Thanksgiving. It boasted a barn, cattle, a stray cat, a hot tub, a backyard, and a kitchen equipped with all we needed to make our Thanksgiving feast. In this home, I almost felt that I was at home in Moore since it was so far into the country. It made for such a relaxing experience. The Thanksgiving dinner preparation began on Wednesday when I baked four pies. My mother would be so proud!!!

Apple, blueberry and two pumpkin * An apple a day keeps the doctor away

On Thanksgiving morning we each had our own tasks. Kyle was in charge of the turkey, Jay baked delicious rolls, and Dan set a lovely table. As the turkey baked, we held our Thanksgiving bowl game. My football lessons came in handy as we constantly used the play (we called it the candy cane play) that I learned the week earlier. We went into overtime and my team came out the victor. I had such a great time playing football. It might be one of my favorite sporting activities to do with men.

Then we ate. I was very proud that we prepared it all on our own. We had the traditional turkey dinner by going in a circle and stating for what we were thankful. I shared that I was thankful for a loving Heavenly Father that knew what was right for us and at the right time. I was especially grateful for my father and mother attending the temple with me. Everyone stated they were grateful for their families. We had many, many toasts with sparkling cider (as you can see bellow.)

Jay makes a toast * Brian is very excited about his Thanksgiving meal

Kyle pours some cider like a pro * Dan and I go a little overboard

That night we drove into Asheville and watched the movie August Rush. I was overjoyed by this movie. I could hardly contain my excitement. Later that night we sat in the hot tub and discussed the beauty of music, Mary's flute playing abilities, how to express oneself, and shared many other ideas on life.

What a fine day.

Backyard football

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