A THANKFUL WEEKEND

We were so blessed to have Adam join us this year for Thanksgiving. He and his girlfriend, Megan, flew in from Colorado on Tuesday. We invited Megan's family to join us at the lake on Wednesday night for a huge bonfire and lots of ribs! This was so much fun it might become an annual tradition!

Mat Ricks, Megan Ricks & Adam

Julie's Mom Barbara, Katie Ricks & her sister Margie Koch

Tom, Bill Ricks & his brother in law Jerry Koch

Julie & Megan

Thanksgiving was very simple but also very special. We had a less formal meal but all the same food - What can be better than that! We played the day by ear and just relaxed, ate when we felt like it and then played games. Julie's mom also joined us for the day.

We took Megan and Adam to visit with his grandparents Brown on our way to the airport.

Tom, his brother Dan and I celebrated Dad's birthday in our guest suite at the retirement home with a catered in meal from their favorite Italian restaurant. Dad was really doing well this evening and so it was a special night for all of us. Before we left, we decorated Dad's room for Christmas.