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our thanksgiving in photos.

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Our holiday was simple and sweet.

Pre-kiddo Elise would have made lists and plans for when everything needed to be started. Pre-kiddo Elise would have needed to make the appetizers and the meal and the dessert. Pre-kiddo Elise would have decided in advance which vessel would hold which dish. Pre-kiddo Elise would have stressed out a bit over hosting Thanksgiving.

Post-kiddo Elise so enjoyed the day. Dishes were started at the right time. Help was greatly appreciated. Serving plates and bowls were determined and rinsed as needed. The baby was the ultimate in entertainment.

I’m learning. It was such a fun Thanksgiving and we are so grateful that family made the trip down to fill our home.

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23 responses to “our thanksgiving in photos.”

  1. Carrie Avatar
    Carrie

    Your family looks so radiantly happy. 🙂

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  2. Emily S Avatar
    Emily S

    love your photos! you look like your mom, Elise 🙂 curious…is she also an “E” ?

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  3. Joy Avatar
    Joy

    Awesome photos! Your table looked beautiful. Love the candles in the fireplace, the picture of the turkey coming out of the oven, Ellerie on the blanket… sweet moments to tuck away in your memory. Thanks for sharing!

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  4. Jodi Avatar
    Jodi

    oh, goodness. those family photos are SO SWEET.

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  5. Meghan Avatar
    Meghan

    Having a baby also mellowed me. Isn’t it more fun to just relax!

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  6. Lori W. Avatar
    Lori W.

    Your holiday looks like it was wonderful….You and your dad have the same bright, contagious smile, your turkey looks delicious and I spy someone in shorts on Thanksgiving (so jealous, we had snow!). Happy Monday!!

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  7. Ilona Avatar
    Ilona

    The big table in action! 🙂
    Love the Family photos – lovely memories!

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  8. emily Avatar
    emily

    You look so, so, so happy. 🙂 I don’t know if you feel like this, but it sure looks like you are really hitting your stride as a mama.

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  9. Carly Maria Avatar
    Carly Maria

    looks like a beautiful day! The group photo is awesome! 🙂

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  10. Jessi Avatar
    Jessi

    That is a really great big family photo. You look SO happy! Looks like the perfect holiday.

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  11. Gina Avatar
    Gina

    Looks like such a lovely Thanksgiving celebration. Beautiful photos as always. 🙂

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  12. Keshet.starr@gmail.com Avatar
    Keshet.starr@gmail.com

    You guys look great! I feel like, ironically, having kids has forced me to slow down and not do so much–which I’m really appreciating!

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  13. caitlin frost Avatar
    caitlin frost

    this was one of my goals this season, to just relax and enjoy the holiday. i’m glad to say i succeeded.
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  14. Consie @ Atop Serenity Hill Avatar
    Consie @ Atop Serenity Hill

    Thanks for sharing the pictures & glad to hear you were less stressed!

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  15. Debbie Avatar
    Debbie

    What an awesome family shot! It’s easy to see who’s parents are whose! Just look at those lovely smiles! Beautiful!

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  16. creole wisdom Avatar
    creole wisdom

    so fun and so happy! I remember your Thanksgiving posts from years ago and remember thinking that you were SOOoo organized and way on top of it. Glad you had cute Ellerie to keep everyone entertained this year 🙂 Babies are awesome for that!

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  17. Trina Avatar
    Trina

    Looks like a beautiful holiday with everything that was important! So happy you had a great holiday with your family!

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  18. Karyn S Avatar
    Karyn S

    Love extended family photo….awesome!

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  19. orange gearle Avatar
    orange gearle

    Those kiddos have a way of changing almost everything in our lives — even the things that stay the same are different, and better. I truly love reading your blog and following your journey.

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  20. Jenny Nelson Avatar
    Jenny Nelson

    So much to be thankful for!
    I have to ask though…. how did you get the photo of your entire family? It looks like you may have used your remote, but how did you ensure that the angle would fit everyone in? Thanks!

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  21. elise blaha Avatar
    elise blaha

    I used the timercam app on the iphone. 🙂 I just looked from behind to make sure everyone was in and then scooted into my spot. 🙂

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  22. Kaylan Avatar
    Kaylan

    Looked like such a perfect day! Love seeing folks enjoy that beautiful home of yours.

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  23. Lisa Goren Avatar
    Lisa Goren

    That big family pic is so great!

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