Grandma and Papa Visit

We were thrilled to have Grandma and Papa come visit us during the 4th holiday!

Dorothy showed no shyness when they came in. She jumped right up on Grandma’s lap as soon as she could. I don’t think Grandma minded at all!




I have been wanting to take Papa to the transportation museum for a long time. Man, it was hot, but we had a great time, and we got to see lots of cool military antiques.
















We showed off our garden one morning...look how tall the corn is!













The kids earned some time at an amusement center, and it was fabulous to have 2 more sets of eyes there.












We also took them to Hiddenite, to pan for gems. It’s one of our favorite spots!
















We made necklaces and keychains with the gems we found, to give to cousins.

A cool treat was perfect for the hot night!







On July 4th, we went to the church for a pancake breakfast. Dave helped make pancakes and Lincoln helped with the color guard.














We quickly cleaned up pancakes, and left for the mountains. Our first stop was Mystery Hill. Papa and Dave didn’t think it was such a mystery, but still had a good time anyway!

















Next, we gorged ourselves at Daniel Boone Inn. My mouth waters just writing about the ham biscuits! The weather was gorgeous while we were waiting outside to get in. Dave played cornhole with the kids, while a Veteran with a VERY strong southern accent attempted to have a conversation with Grandma and Papa.







We hit up the General Store after lunch, and then headed back down the mountain in time for us to do some fireworks.











The kids, Grandma and I went to an Elvis party at the library. We made Elvis crowns, watched an Elvis video, pinned sideburns on Elvis and learned more about the King.







Later that evening, we went to the pool. The kids always love showing what they can do.











We mixed in some down time too. Papa got to read some books, we tie dyed shirts, and got to have dinner with B.B. and Papaw.











The cotton candy factory and general store had something to help with our sweet teeth!







I’m grateful for these wonderful memories we made this trip! It’s always easier to let them go when we know when we have a date set for the next time!!

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