Thanksgiving

All of the Hayes side was able to make it down to Beaumont for Thanksgiving this year.  Usually at least one person can't make it, so it was a real treat to have everyone there!  It was also the last big family holiday at my parents' house before they started their temple calling in Houston, so that made it extra special as well.

My parents' prolific orange tree was a big hit amongst the grandkids -- a grab and go snack whenever you're outside!

The older girls planned a cousin fashion show, and Aubrey did all the hair and makeup.  It reminded us of the fun things we used to plan in the backyard as kids like the famous "Mouse Circus".

It's too bad Ty's eyes were closed, but this is still a cute picture of 3 cute little boy cousins!

While the littles jumped around elsewhere, the dads took a turn with dodgeball and the dunk area.

Here are some of the girls with their cute turkey cupcakes!

On Thanksgiving day we prepared and ate a delicious feast, although I didn't take any pictures.  I guess we were too busy devouring it all.

On the last day, we went to an inside amusement park in Silsbee (or something).  It was a huge warehouse in the middle of nowhere, and it was a blast for the kids. 

So this ride wasn't Grayson's favorite.. he cried the whole time.  It actually was a pretty fast, rough little rollercoaster.  Whoops.  All smiles before takeoff!

All month we added feathers to our turkey (thanks, Joey) of things we're thankful for.  They loved making him super colorful, and I loved hearing their lists.  I'm so grateful for my whole family!