Happy Eid *please be aware that these photos are very bloody, so don't look at them if they offend*

Last night we took a little trip around town, not to look at the Christmas lights, but to look for cows.  We had a great family time spotting all of them.  We woke up early this morning to singing over the loud speakers followed by chopping and hacking sounds.

This is what our morning looked like.  I will spare you the rest of the description of sounds and smells.  Although, the rest of the day should smell like a yummy BBQ.  I will also spare you the video this year:).

I stayed downstairs and watched only until I realized I was sitting in the splash zone.  After that, it was back up stairs for my window view.

Even though this holiday isn't Thanksgiving, I can't help but dwell on things that I am thankful for, maybe it's just that time of year.