We had Thanksgiving in Des Moines at the Uncle Dave & Aunt Marcia L for lunch. Mark and Laura B came from Minnesota. It has been so much fun connecting with Laura since the pandemic. We frequently video chat and pray for one another in our different life experiences. I was glad to get to see her along with many of the Laugerman's. It is nice to catch up with the relatives that I rarely see. James and Deanna had there darling little family with the newest addition, Zoe. She was so happy and anyone could hold her. The time went fast and we were trying to make it to the Anderlik's by 6:00. Ali was anxious to see us at the Muench Thanksgiving. Blake was home sick and Ali told everyone all of Blake's co-workers had covid. I kind of questioned her being at a large family gathering knowing that Blake most likely had covid. By the time we arrived several of the family had gone home. We stayed and visited awhile. The day went fast and going to two families in one day is not ideal. I feel bad for families that have to do that for every holiday. I wonder what it will be like in the future with our kids.
Black Friday shopping is no longer on my list of things to enjoy after Thanksgiving. I decided to do some organizing in the basement and get Christmas decorations ready. Cousin Karla had stayed at Karen and Orrie's and came over to visit and hang out. She talked and talked and we watched two movies, got some pizzas and had some wine. She lives alone in Ankeny and works from her home. Her girls are both married and one she only sees a couple times per year. I know she misses socializing.
Thanksgiving is a time to be grateful and thanfkul. We are so very blessed and have much to be thankful for.
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