Visit to Columbia

Monday I rode back to Columbia with Kristen and Jared. I had so much fun playing with my grandchildren and visiting my children. Beth and I took the children to Saluda Splash park on Wed. It was fun watching them all enjoy the water activities.

Natalie and Kaitlyn had to warm up to the idea but near the end they were enjoying the fun.
Seth had the most fun of all. He loved all the water falls and ran around the entire time from one water sprout to another.

Carolyn spent more time at the playground but eventually joined us on the water side to splash around.
All was good until the end when Kaitlyn tripped and hit the concrete. She busted her little lip and skint under her nose. (Lots of extra love and hugs and ice helped her feel better.)
Jared and Kristen came over for dinner so I could spend some time with Chloe. I love her big eyes and how she smiles and coos so cute. I enjoyed getting to rock her to sleep.

Father's day weekend

We all had a big breakfast and then packed up and headed for the beach. We found a great shady spot by the peer to unload all our stuff. Jerry found a seat and stayed put to watch the rest of us play in the sand and chase children. Carolyn needed to take a break and found Grandaddy's lap just right. Kaitlyn on the other hand needed to see how much sand she could get all over her.

Kristen set up Chloe's tent.

David is all smiles today as he watches Natalie build her sandcastle.

Will bought a great kite and it soared at first try!

Team work among brothers!

Beth enjoying the cool under the peer after chasing the twins and finally luring them back to the play in the shade.

Chloe peeking out of her tent.

What a great place for a nap. Loving the ocean breeze!

Back home and after lunch and naps we headed for more fun at the pool. Seth liked having a swim vest to stay a float. The sun had gone down so Rob was happy to join us this time.

Dare devil Natalie found no fear and loved jumping over and over again into the pool.

Love is Grand!

Happy Anniversary to my sweetheart! It is wonderful to be in love and have it grow stronger and stronger with every new year.

We have so many beautiful moments together!

Always celebrating special occasions.

Ever so grateful for our Eternal Marriage and the beautiful Temple to return to often and feel the peace and blessings only found there.

Sharing our successes and accomplishments together.

So glad we have never gotten to old to walk hand in hand on the sand or snuggle on the couch together or share the lazy boy chair!

And most of all thankful for our 5 Most Precious Blessings that make our life complete!

Our greatest joy... knowing that our children walk in truth.

June 10th-Happy Birthday Ninna!

Sitting at work today as a secretary and looking at the date my mind began to think about my dear grandmother. Today is her birthday. She was a secretary for many years and I inherited many of wonderful qualities. We were both organized and loved to clean and have all our surroundings neat and pretty. She always dressed her best with matching jewelry and reminded each of her granddaughters to be a lady at all times. (....and don't forget a little lipstick!)

She taught me to serve others as I watched her care for and give to so many of her friends, family and neighbors. She never forgot your birthday or any occasion and we all knew the first card in the mailbox would be from Ninna. She loved each member of her family and thought we were the greatest in some way. She loved the Lord and prayed for each of us. She never lost touch with her immediate family and designated Tuesday as Sister's day. She would travel to Columbia from Summerton each week and have lunch with them. I was blessed to join her on some of those occasions and it was delight to be apart of their company.

Going to her little town of Summerton was the best experience. We always enjoyed the greatest home cooked southern meals. The candy and cookie jar were always filled with our favorites. The Summerton Diner was the fun stop for an afternoon treat. When evening arrived we knew our rest would be pleasant because the crisp linen sheets would be turned down to perfection awaiting to snuggle into.

I am so thankful for my loving grandmother and my heart will always have a special place just for her.

Visit to Hartsville

We had a great time visiting wonderful friends and neighbors. Always fun to go back and see changes to our little home town.

Sandy Debrul, me and Reagan Smothers

( Sandy always makes my favorite dish to eat)

Cory and Sarah Weidrick and Jerry and me

( I loved Reagan's back porch! It was a great place to relax and visit)

Cory and Jerry solving all the world's problems!

David with our dear neighbor, Mr. Warr

(Somethings never change and always bring a smile!)