1st thanksgiving for Sam and an abundance of pictures

Sam had his first thanksgiving at nana and papa fins house. we had such a fun time and lots of yummy food. After the long drive ( not really but for a little guy in the car seat it was long) to Orem, Sam had his first real scaredy attack ! My whole family was at the house (except elder finlinson in korea! Hooray) and it was kind of loud with lots of people all excited to see him, and he kind of freaked out. It was a new experience. I nursed him and he finally calmed down after ten minutes of screams. So sad, but alas he had a wonderful time and warmed up to the big loving family who like to laugh and kiss his little toes and hold his little self . So in the end I know that Sam is as thankful for all the family and especially cousins Eden, Eva, and Leila who he would giggle and smile at. And I am grateful for little nieces who are so gentle and excited to see Sam all the time. We had a wonderful time but really missed all of Zachs family who were so far away! (we were super excited that Elliot could come down from byui and be with us!) We wish we could see the whole fam this holiday season, but I guess that's why we are thankful for iPhone communication and Skype ! Anyway thanksgiving was great, I think we all got rejuvenated after family time and the big ol feast! Can't wait till Christmas!
We also got to see Ryan and his new fiancé Michelle with her sweet little girl Ellie. We are so excited for that cute little family !