It had been 6 weeks since I had last seen Jim in person so it was great to just be together again. When dealing with long distance relationships you just have to make due with the best you have, but being able to spend time together in person is such a gift. Most people take the time they have with the ones they love for granted but Jim and I never do.
Anyway, Jim's parents hosted Jim's whole extended family at their house for dinner. Everyone pitches in an brings something. It seems they have it down to a science. It was so nice to see Jim's extended family again and so nice to be able to spend time with Jim's parents as well. Here is a picture of Jim and I at Thanksgiving dinner.
The next day, we helped his parents put up the Christmas tree. This is a long standing tradition in their family. I was honoured to be a part of it. I was even able to put up the American flag ornament on the tree.
It was so great to have all this family time where I could get to know Jim's family a bit better. On Friday night, we were able to get together with a few of Jim's old friends from college. It was great to get to meet them as well. On Saturday we spent most of the day doing wedding stuff but I think I will save that for another blog post.
I hope everyone (from America) had a great holiday and were able to spend some time counting their blessing. I know I did. I am so thankful for Jim, for his family and their generosity and for my family of course. I am also thankful for Skype and other modern technology that allows Jim and I to remain close during the long stretches of not seeing each other in person. We are truly blessed.
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