The house was full again, this weekend (not quite full... we still had two free sofas) . Pumpkin Festival is such a fun time for our family. Traditions old and new. How many P-Fests have we attended? Pretty much all of them since coming to Central Illinois. With little children... and now with our adult kids (don't take offense to the word "kid"... it is truly an endearment and does not take anything from your grown up status).
This weekend we saw a parade through the excitement of a one year old. Walker was able to introduce his girlfriend, Abi, to the festival traditions. One-year-old Elias loved the bands... especially the drums. We enjoyed introducing our niece Kenzie's people, Wayne Tracy and Gail Sievert, to the festival. Apple Cider Slushies were a hit. I smiled to know Gail was texting friends and family about them over the weekend. The Roth, Smith, Leander & Lindgren section was well represented, but we sure missed the ones unable to come because of work and life conflicts. Next year is only 364 days away.
I love a full house. We stayed up too late. Talked into all house. Had a chance to hang out with our Ciara's friends, Leah Bohlman and Ian Cummings. It was a great time.
Randy, Jennifer & I stretched our bedtime. We may pay for it later this week, but it was worth it!
Full house. Full weekend. Full Festival. Full of thanksgiving.
The inn has emptied out, but the memories remain full.
Today, I am grateful for a full inn.
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