A few shots from San Antonio before I dive back into the books and papers that patiently waited for me here . . .

My sister Anastasia and niece Summer

My brother-in-law Steve and nephew Conley B

My nephew Tully, to the right of his funny-face-making friend

Summer, me, Tully, and the reason my Dad doesn't photograph much

Conley B and me


My folks at Waring TX's famous Steak Night


Storytime with Miss Anastasia for Tully's classes
Enraptured by her finely-crafted silliness


Ski gear lent from friends for a December adventure

All in all, a gratitude-inspiring Thanksgiving break:

• one holiday,
• two pumpkin desserts,
• three kids,
• four adults,
• five dog-walks,
• and six naps,

all delighted in over

• seven days.