The halfway point between Missouri (where my brother and his family live) and Virginia (where we live, along with my parents) happens to be Rogers, Kentucky - almost down to the mile. This year, for the first time in many years, we traveled for turkey dinner. Speaking in commonly accepted "love languages" - quality time; physical touch; words of affirmation; service - this trip fulfilled them all. The quality time with family; the physical proximity stretched over so many days; the service of preparing food, cleaning up, tending fires, fixing tea, shared walks; kind words spoken, moments shared, and memories made. A gift.
I rarely include lots of photos in my posts, but this one lends itself best to photo journaling. Our time together included....
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| A snowy, snowy drive!! |
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| Celebrating safe arrivals through said snowy drives. Cheers! |
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| The beginnings of the 1,000 piece puzzle |
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| Puffy clouds and fluffy snow, perfect for.... |
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| Awesome long runs on snow covered paths (forgive the clashing hat and jacket) | | |
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| Decorating with homemade pilgrims |
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| The working smoke alarm, Night 1. |
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| Random chair dances |
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| Gorgeous, gorgeous skies!! |
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| Many hands make light work on Thanksgiving morning |
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| Snowball fight! |
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| Games, games, and more games! Chess was a top favorite. |
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| Still working... |
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| Crafts with Grandma |
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| Jean Seehaver's (inspired) Corn Casserole, passed down several generations.... |
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| More chess. |
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| A 5-legged turkey, so that every boy could have a "hold onto" |
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| Crazy |
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| Love. | | | |
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| 5 noisy grandsons; 1 sleeping Grandpa amidst the chaos |
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| Team Intense |
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| This boy was bound and determined to be a guest in the "big boy" room! |
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| A smattering of delicious brews from the weekend! |
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| Natural Bridge in Kentucky |
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| Reeeally chilly hike to see the bridge |
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| AWESOME. Truly, truly amazing!!! |
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| (Great photo courtesy of Jeff's iphone + skillz) |
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| On the top of the bridge! |
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| 999 pieces completed.... and one lost forever. |
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| Bonfire builder |
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| Snowman builder |
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| Family Feud! |
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| Another gorgeous sky. |
The giving of thanks - yes. That.
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