I need these safety goggles like I need another hole in my head.

Once we were finished experimenting with self-trepanation, it was time to start getting ready for Thanksgiving. Christy continued in her long tradition by making dressing. Thankfully she had a bit more help this year.

Tearing things apart? Definitely an Owen job.

Once we'd baked our pies and made our stuffing and baked several dozen rolls, we made our way up to Sherman.

They found this (and the walkie talkies) pleasing.

Then quickly vegged out to the parade for a while.

Vegging gave way to crafts.

Crafts gave way to board games.

Then more board games.

Board games gave way to showing off the new toy.

Showing off gave way to building.

…but not for long.

Then it was back to craft time.

And before we left, a quick photo with the grandparents.

As with most years, we got a bit of sleep then woke up bright and early to make the trek down to Houston. When we arrived, we unloaded the car and brought in the usual batch of toys for the kids to play with.

Didn't take long for those to get unloaded.

Of course, that was destined not to last seeing as there was a giant bounce house out in the backyard.

Bouncing is way more fun.

Even the little guy is getting the hang of it.

Of course, they had to take a break eventually, which led to more showing off.

The rest of the afternoon was spent goofing off and playing with the cousins.

Like this one, who wasn't particularly impressed with peekaboo.

We also took the time with the kids as an opportunity for some more craft projects.

I believe they were making candy canes.

Not long after, we headed off to bed so we could prepare for the rigors of the next day.

Like using a giant rolling pin for play-doh time.

Or working some puzzles.

And throwing an inevitable fit.

Then getting over it and doing amusing things.

Of course, the weekend wouldn't be complete without some hugs for the little guy.

Before Christy and I headed out for a nice evening, we spent one last bit of time watching them make some cookies with Papa.

Which is mostly about being amused at their haphazard arrangement.

Plus, Owen couldn't let us go without a round of bathroom peekaboo.

We ended the weekend with a nice easy Sunday.

Just laying around.

Plus a bit of church.

Then we drove back home, unpacked everything, and collapsed in a heap. Yet another successful holiday weekend for the family.

If you want to see the rest of the photos, you can click here. Otherwise, feel free to enjoy a nice video from Sherman and have a nice week!

Rolling

Sometimes it's the simple things in life.