Thanksgiving Time

It was an honor to host the annual Thanksgiving potluck for the first time.

This tradition of five families joining together for dinner has been celebrated for at least 25 years...plus, friends, friends of friends, extended family, and on and on.

The history starts with the 'guys' who met in the US Navy in the early 1960's, friendships continued to blossom and grow,

as their families grew (thru marriage & children),

and circles of friendships grew.

The special thing is that each of us know that each year we can count on this gathering happening at someone's home. This year, it was especially true, as husbands and wives, parents and children, siblings, grandparents & grandchildren, were separated by many many miles.

At this moment, many of the "guys" were hanging out in the family room.

Everyone is facing toward the camera in this wonderful family of six!
"Turkey!"
Kitchen talk
Cheese!
Laughing out loud!

Cheek-to-Cheek is my favorite way to take pictures Buzz & Bizz are so thoughtful to include Lolo & Lola in the picture :)

All arms wrapped around and smiles