As we were packing up to leave for our week-long, 15+ hour drive to Albuquerque in late November, we started to wonder if we were crazy for embarking on this adventure with 6-month-old twins. However, we were very excited to celebrate Thanksgiving with the Walquist family, so we knew our efforts would be worthwhile.
This was officially the boys' first road trip (our longest journey by car prior to this had only been 20 min. across town!). We figured it was only fitting to give the boys a chance to see what it felt like behind the wheel.
We were very pleased, and quite honestly somewhat surprised, with how well Jaden and Cody traveled. With our extra stops, the journey took closer to 20 hours (over 2 days), but the boys were both relatively content in the car. We read lots of stories, sang countless songs, and played with many toys.
Despite the twins' good moods, we were VERY happy to finally arrive at Mom & Dad W.'s home. We jumped right into the Thanksgiving festivities on Thursday-- worship at church in the morning, and a yummy turkey meal in the afternoon.
What were Jaden & Cody doing during their first Thanksgiving feast? Rolling around happily on one of Grammy's many blankets. Of course, this only lasted for a few minutes, and then in typical fashion, Amy & Jason both ate with a twin sitting in our lap.
Following the tasty turkey meal (and all the heavy-duty playtime), Cody and Jaden decided it was time for a nap, resting on Mommy. What a precious moment!
The nap was important, as we all had to be rested up for the Lions game! Unfortunately, even with an exciting overtime, the Lions couldn't pull out a victory. Sorry, boys!
Since our families are not together for Christmas this year, we decided to celebrate a bit early with a gift exchange. It was enjoyable to watch Cody and Jaden open gifts, as they could actually somewhat take part in the process. Cody thought it was important to taste each gift first...
...but then eventually got the hang of tearing the wrapping paper.
His first present was an adorable Christmas outfit from Grammy & Papa. Jaden and cousin Ryan received matching outfits, as well. So cute!
Jaden had no problem tearing right into the wrapping paper.
He loved the set of trucks he received from the TX Schleichers. They sure know what little boys like!
More presents... The boys were probably just as taken by the tissue paper as they were by the gifts inside!
Uncle Andrew and Aunt Sarah gave the boys their first set of wooden blocks. What a great idea! Cody, again, decided to attack it mouth first, while Jaden attempted to embrace the box. They will certainly enjoy these blocks for years to come! Thanks, AZ Walquists!
Cousin Ian was a pro at opening presents.
He also showed our boys how to properly give thanks for presents received. Thanks for the love and kisses, Ian!
Cousin Ryan and Cody must've taken gift-opening lessons together.
Little Abby was a bit too young to help with her own present-opening, but she was certainly a relaxed, patient on-looker! What a little cutie!
What a wonderful first Thanksgiving Day as a family of four!
More Thanksgiving adventures to come...
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