Lots of photos to share from Thanksgiving but no words (because it's late and I'm tired) so my hope is that the photos will speak for themselves.
Three things though:
1. I have no idea what happened to my uncle's shirt.
3. My cousin Sammy was unhappy because he had to sit on a tiny, pink stool during dinner.
2. You might think my kitchen is big enough for dancing, Yo-Yo-ing, Skyping and cooking Thanksgiving dinner...but it's not.
Looks like a happy family having a good time together--what else would you want on a holiday? Glad you enjoyed.
Posted by: Mallory | November 30, 2010 at 07:38 PM
I love that you give me hope that eventually I will be able to capture the emotions of a family event. You have nailed the zaniness (sp?) of your crew in these pics. I just want to be you when I grow up (photographically speaking of course!!!). Thanks Karen!!
Posted by: Angie Ladeau | December 01, 2010 at 05:42 AM
I love the lighting in your photos~could you post a pull back to show us how you achieve such awesome-ly lit photos???
Posted by: Gretchen C | December 01, 2010 at 07:15 AM
Love the pictures!! I want to be adopted also!! So much fun!:) also, where did you find the red and white stripe tights. I can't find a pair for my daughter ANYWHERE!! thanks
Posted by: Kerri | December 01, 2010 at 10:28 AM
Do you use a flash for your indoor photography?
gorgeous photo's, as always. your family is so lovely.
Posted by: Tess S. | December 01, 2010 at 01:14 PM
fourth picture down from the top??? that look is ALL YOU Karen Russell ;)
Posted by: tanyawebster | December 01, 2010 at 04:14 PM
You must have the most fun family ever!
Posted by: celeste | December 01, 2010 at 04:33 PM
You always capture your family in the most beautiful ways! I love the long table shot of Josh sitting at the head of the table....what a happy man he must be! Love Annie's new hairstyle....she looks so grown up!! Lots of dancing takes place in your kitchen! I want to party at your place!! :)
Posted by: Debbie | December 01, 2010 at 08:52 PM
So, um, Karen, was that a DUCK fan throwing up O for real or as a joke? If so, I love him :)
ps: I don't have anything against the Beavs, I just love the Ducks more, sorry lol
Posted by: LaceyA | December 01, 2010 at 09:24 PM
Wow...no words needed! the love and fun speaks through the photos. I love the picture of Ross's GF (is it Cally?) sitting across from Annie. Looks like she's having a grateful moment! and the one of Josh Downs at the head of the table.... Awesome.
Posted by: Kim Stewart | December 02, 2010 at 04:33 AM
now that's what I call an old school Thanksgiving ! Good for you ! Nice to see everybody had so much fun. I can even imagine how everybody overcrowded the kitchen just to have fun :)
Posted by: Cheryl | December 02, 2010 at 05:13 AM
I so want to come to Thanksgiving at your house sometime! Your photos completely capture the FUN, the love, and the family vibe. SO cool!
Posted by: Katie Johnson | December 02, 2010 at 06:17 AM
Just to warn you: I turn 18 in three years and I am saving to buy a plane ticket to Oregon because I have to be a part of this family just once on Thanksgiving.
You only have yourselves to blame for being so darn fun!
Posted by: Domenico | December 02, 2010 at 02:28 PM
I'm definitely hitting your house for Thanksgiving next year. There's too much fun there!
Posted by: MK | December 03, 2010 at 04:01 PM
I want to come to your house for Thanksgiving next year!!!
Posted by: Jen | December 13, 2010 at 06:01 AM