Traci and I just had our first Nebraskan Thanksgiving. Because of the short break and Traci’s work schedule, Traci’s family came to Lincoln to celebrate the holidays. Derek drove from Ft. Collins and her parents flew into Omaha. They all came on Wednesday and we ate in Omaha and just hung out for a bit that evening before everyone headed for bed. On Thursday Derek and I were presented with the opportunity to play a Turkey Bowl at Memorial Stadium. This was a unique opportunity because the university doesn’t allow a lot of access to the actual football field. So three wards in Lincoln were invited to play football on Nebraska’s sacred turf. It was a lot of fun, but word got out and instead of three wards being there, it was the entire stake. Oh well. Thanksgiving continued with Traci, Nichole, and Patty making the dinner, minus the Turkey. Derek cooked the turkey in a frier with peanut oil. The turkey turned out great and so did the entire meal. We just lounged around the rest of the day and played some Wii that evening. It was a lot of fun having everyone together. On Saturday we went up to the Winter Quarters Temple and walked around the visitor’s center. We also went to the Cabela’s in Omaha and I was able to find a good manual to help me learn how to reload my ammunition. Derek left early on Sunday morning and Jim and Patty flew out later that evening. Traci enjoyed having her family together since we aren’t able to make it home for any of the holidays. We are looking at flying to Jackson over spring break so that we can be at home for a bit. We hope everyone’s holiday was great and we hope to hear from you all soon!
Matthew and Traci