Thanksgiving in Utah

 After three LONG weeks of waiting, we were finally able to meet precious, little Maci. We arrived Wednesday evening, just in time for Shaun's ordination. We are so proud of him! Love you Shauny Shaun!

The next day, Thanksgiving, was spent at Megan's place. I have to admit, I didn't do much of any cooking... My mom pretty much took over while we relaxed and held baby Maci :) Thanks mom!

 Annie, making her first gumdrop turkey...

 The finished turkey and pumpkin name tag... She was proud.

While I helped Annie with her turkey, Uncle Shaun hung out with Shae.

 Thanksgiving dinner was DELICIOUS! We all had VERY full tummies.

 The girls loved attacking and wrestling with Shaun. He was a good sport :)

 She's my happy girl.

 Megan was sweet enough to let Annie hold little Maci. Annie was in heaven.

BIG thanks to my dad who put us up in a hotel for four nights! The girls loved snuggling in one of the beds as they watched a show.

 Friday morning was spent swimming and taking naps. Later that evening, we went ice skating. Annie was even able to join us! Her skates were so cute and tiny :)

 I loved spending time with this boy.

 The ice skating gang (minus my dad, who was taking the picture)... Eventually, Annie was tired of skating and we pushed both of the girls around the rink in their stroller. 

After ice skating, we went to the movie, Puss in Boots. Annie loved it.

 The next day, a group of us went to Salt Lake to look at all of the temple square lights. It was BEAUTIFUL!

 I love this Christmas tree in the Joseph Smith building.

 My beautiful mom and sister...

 Little Ann loved seeing and pointing out the temple.

 I think Nathan and Shae look A LOT alike in this picture...

 Shae spent most of her time being held by Grandpa. She didn't want to be with anyone else! We would try and take her, give my dad a break, and she would instantly start whining and reaching back towards grandpa. It was hilarious.

 After admiring all of the temple lights, we went to In-N-Out for some greasy burgers. Yes, this was my first time! I was impressed.

The next day, Sunday, we went to Maci's baby blessing. Bart did a beautiful job. After church, we met up at Megan's club house to eat some sandwiches. It was so fun seeing family that we hadn't seen in over a year! Annie met her second cousin, Katie and followed her around ALL afternoon. She was very sad to leave her :(

 Ha! My mom and I wore the same sweater and didn't even plan it. Great minds think alike!

 From left to right - My beautiful cousins, Tara and Taryn; Grandma Hill, and Carmen.

My incredible sisters and baby Maci :)

I have so much to be Thankful for. 

First, Nathan and my sweet girls. They make my world go round and I feel more and more blessed every day I am with them. I am also very grateful for my extended family. Their love and support does not go unnoticed or unneeded. Another incredible blessing in my life is my Heavenly Father and Savior, Jesus Christ. I feel so fortunate to know the truth and how it affects my family's life for the better.

Happy Thanksgiving! Thanks to everyone who made this week possible! Love you all.