Thankful

We are home from a few relaxing, rejuvenating days in Broken Bow, OK. It was hard to leave today, knowing we'd be heading back to the crazy of our normal lives. But it was a great getaway and we have so much for which to be thankful.

As always, our car was packed to the brim. You just never know what you'll need!

Of course we brought all the fixings for our full Thanksgiving meal. We decided we made our best turkey ever!

The girls enjoyed some hot tub time each night. We all laughed because the swimsuit Emma brought had clearly lost its elastic thanks to all the use this summer. Needless to say, we didn't bring it back with us when she was finished soaking.

Our cabin was situated on a quiet dirt road and I enjoyed several walks with Jim, just soaking up the great outdoors.

The weather was cool and mostly rainy, but Emma got out as often as she could. Juggling ...

... ladder ball. 

Sara did venture out to play with her a bit here and there, but mostly just enjoyed being cozy!

They did work together (briefly) on a gingerbread house, but did more snacking than decorating.

Jim loved the freedom and roam and sniff!

On Friday we ventured out to the Mountain Fork Brewery - one of our annual stops - to watch the USA vs. England World Cup game. We got lucky with a spot in front of the only TV showing it, and also simultaneously enjoyed the Yule log channel, which made us laugh.

Even with all the rain, we enjoyed several camp fires late into the nights.

Jim really wanted in on the s'more action.

Fresh popcorn on the stove, terrible wifi, and gravel and leaves underfoot ... I just love all the simple cabin pleasures. 

When Steve started looking for reservations a couple months ago, I wasn't sure we needed to make the trip again this year, but everyone else was fighting for it ... I'm so glad they persuaded me. It was just the time I needed in a beautiful place with the people I love most.