Family - Both Blood and Beyond

Merriam-Webster defines 'family' as "a people or group of peoples regarded as deriving from a common stock."

Family isn't only blood. 'Family' are neighbors, coworkers, friends. 'Family' are the ones that encourage you and make you laugh. They are the ones that are happy for you when good things happen and there to pick you up when things fall apart. They are the ones you can go months without seeing and yet feel like you see them every day when you're together. 'Family' goes out of their way to be there. 'Family' are the ones you worry for. They're near and far and everywhere in between. They are the ones that claim you and you them. 

And family loves. No matter what.

Today I'm thankful for a day with family - both blood and beyond. I'm thankful for lots of food, naps on Momma's floor and the knowledge we are loved. I'm thankful for safety of travel and my favorite episode of The Big Bang Theory. I'm also thankful for the cutest little Turkey I've ever seen! 

Happy Thanksgiving!

Love,

The Christie's