This was the first Thanksgiving for both Kelsey and me where we were without out our own families. Without a chance to go home for the holiday, we were graciously taken in by some amazing families in Minnesota. We were house sitters for Lenny and Donna for a few days taking care of their very affectionate cat, Tiger. We loved the feeling of having our own home or place to return to every night because our nomadic life on the road can be very tiring. On Thanksgiving Day we went to Grandma and Grandpa Buschow’s home for some delicious turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, creamed corn, cranberries, rolls, and fruit salad. After our main meal we played games with the cousins, Jake and Jessi, who are two absolutely goofy and fantastic teenagers. Around dinner time we brought out the leftovers for some nibbling as well as the traditional Thanksgiving favorite, pumpkin pie. It was a marvelous day spent with incredible people and Kelsey and I couldn’t be more thankful for the warm hospitality and love from Pam and Ryan Potts, Glen, Juli, Jake, and Jessi Bakken, and Charlotte and Sherman Buschow. Thank you all so much for welcoming us into your family!! We love you!

After Thanksgiving we spent the infamous Black Friday at the epitome of all shopping areas: The Mall of America. The mall was booming with crowds of people, but it didn’t stop Kelsey and me from riding the rollercoasters located in the center of the structure. Nor did the crowd stop us from walking around every level to check out all the stores. At the end of the day our legs were sore but we felt accomplished for surviving such a hectic atmosphere. The weekend was spent hanging out with the Bakken family curling up on a couch watching movies. It was a nice relaxing finish to our Thanksgiving break.

Now we’re in Iowa City, IA with Bekah, the sister of Leah (see blog of Leah below!) gearing up for our event tonight. It is weird to think that Kelsey and I only have five more events left for this whole tour before we head back to California for one last week. We’ve been on the road for over 60 days yet it is still hard to believe the experience is almost over. But what a joy it will be to return to Santa Monica and be with our TOMS family once again. A few things we’re looking forward to: Pinkberry, Yummy Cupcakes, late night vagabonding, EDPs, Third Street Promenade, the beach. Eleven more days… eleven more AWESOME days… See you soon Saaaaanta Monica!

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