That time of year

It's that crazy time of year again. The rush started early this year. We were in Las Vegas for Thanksgiving and went to the outlet stores on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. They were handing out coupons for whatever percentages off for items in their store and the big news was that they would be opening at 12:00 am Friday to let the shopping frenzy begin. I have never done the early morning thing on the Friday after. I guess I haven't really ever wanted anything that bad to get up and go. Some people say it's all about the fun and gets you in the spirit. I think I'll try to get in the spirit some other way. Back to Thanksgiving... We really had a nice Holiday. Cooper and Chase are really good little travelers and good sports for being dragged all over and passed from one adoring family member to another. It was good to be with Troy's family. It is the first time since we have been married that all of his siblings have been together in one place. It was really nice to be together. Grandma and Grandpa made delicious dinner and we appreciate all the hard work. Holidays may be crazy, but I still love it and I love that I get to have my babies this year to enjoy all that the season brings. Sometimes things happen to make you appreciate all you have and what a blessing it is to have family. I have really missed my family that is living away from us right now. It's been while since all of my siblings have been together for a holiday. Jeremy and Annisha and their kids and Pete and Mattie and their kids are coming in February for a visit and it will be the first time in about 4 years since we have all been together. I am really looking forward to it. I love them all so much and I hope they know how much they are loved and missed.