Thanksgiving Time!

We recently took a trip up to North Dakota for Thanksgiving. We got to spend a whole week up there and boy did we ever have fun. We left Peoria on Friday, November 20. After about 8 hours in the car we were happy to get to Danny and Laura's in St. Cloud. We spent the night there and the hospitality was awesome! In the morning Danny made us all breakfast and after we finished eating and visiting we were back on the road; I was on a mission to Grandma and Grandpa's house!

The next day, Sunday we ran some errands and went to church in Grand Forks. On our way back to Buxton we stopped in Reynolds so I could give great-grandma Lottie some kisses. I was getting pretty tired so we only stayed for a few minutes. Just as we finished unloading the groceries at the farm, Beth and Stella came driving up. It was so great to see the girls and I'm so grateful that they always make time to visit and hold me when I come for a visit. That night mommy and daddy went out to eat at their favorite restaurant with some friends for Sammy's birthday. I had a good time with Allison and grandma Connie. I had such a great time and it sounds like mom and dad had a blast as well. They were gone for about 6 hours and that was the longest I've ever been away from mommy. Boy was she happy to see me when they came home! The rest of the week flew by; we stayed very busy visiting with family and friends. Here are a few of my favorite pictures from the trip!

I sure do miss playing with Beth and Stella....
Stella and Andy have been working hard on their house and before everyone went to Mexican Village for dinner Stella gave a tour. I can't wait to see the finished project when I come for a visit for their wedding!
Everyone had such a great time wishing Sammy "Happy Birthday."
We took a trip to Fargo on Monday and on the way we stopped to visit our good friend Mildred Hesby in Halstad. When we got to Fargo we went over to Melissa and Reid's house. They moved from their apartment into a brand new house in October and I was so happy to get the tour. They even let me take a little nap on their bed. :)
Dad and mom said they were most thankful for me this year!Here's a picture of the Scholand's just before we got in the car to drive home. The fresh air felt really nice before the 11-hour car ride. I did really good though and mom and dad are always impressed with how well I travel.
Thanks for everything grandma and grandpa!
Danny and Laura were able to come and stay in Buxton from Wednesday- Sunday. I had so much fun with them and I hope they'll come to Illinois for a visit real soon. :)

As you can all see, I have A LOT to be thankful for this year. God has blessed my family with a great abundance of love. Thank you everyone for making my family's week in ND so special; I miss you and can't wait to see you again.