Thanksgiving was a little different this year. We enjoyed catching up with the "Smith clan" (my Dad's cousin's and their families) at a reunion in Branson, Missouri. Our first gathering was at the Keeter Center at the College of the Ozarks. We enjoyed some "catching up time" as each cousin introduced their clan and gave updates. Then we had an awesome Thanksgiving meal together. That same evening, the "Archie Smith gang" (the Ish Smith and Charles Stephens families), got together and ended up enjoying singing, drama, and just plain fun as our kids entertained us with their talents. The next day also allowed us to see the musical talent in the extended family as we sang together and had special music from several of the family members. Then we did our own thing...which included seeing the "Sights and Sounds" theatrical production, "The Magic of Christmas", ate at a great little diner, and then went to see "The Presley's" stage show in the evening. After brunch together on Saturday morning, we had communion together and all went our separate ways again. Our way was back to Greenville, where we enjoyed Mario's pizza together and then played charades. A good time was had by all...and once again I find myself very thankful for many things...including FAMILY.
