Rocky Top

Well we made it to Knoxville this past weekend. It was a much needed weekend away even if time did pass too quickly. We made several stops on the way just enjoying the scenery and letting the boys stretch. They kept complaining it was too long. I was happy we were only going 5 hours aways verses the 10-11 we usually do. Part of it was my fault too because I did do a movie for them either! Yikes!! Next time...Caillou to the rescue! Little Nolan was already asleep when we got there Friday night, but Kylie was up and ready. I couldn't get over how long it took the boys to warm up to her. They were very quiet and bashful, but it's been at least 6 months or so since we've seen them. The 3 of them finally crashed about midnight, I believe. Saturday we took off to the mountains. I LOVE driving through and admiring the beauty. I makes me stop and realize what a BIG God we serve. Mountains, oceans, valleys, oh my! Gatlinburg really doesn't impress me, but it was filled with tourists and we grabbed lunch there. By this time it was mid afternoon and the kids were ready for "fun stuff" so we stopped and let them ride a few rides! They were happy and this gave Erica and I time to stop at the outlet! However, I did leave empty handed. I was looking for shoes for the boys because their feet are growing sooooo fast! Needless to say, Mark didn't do any work either night, so we just played at World's Fair Park Sunday morning and then left. The boys were asleep in no time and actually slept a while, so I know they were exhausted! It was hard leaving because you never know when you will see them again. We have no plans to return until early next year, but they are hoping to make it down here for the boys' birthday next month. Fingers crossed! Mark worked hard on his posters Sunday night, so hopefully he isn't too far behind. Sometimes we just need some fun in life. As for now, it's call every other night for the next week and half for him. :(

The boys had a playdate here today. We finally got the yard cleaned up yesterday and toys all clean. It's been forever since we've been out back with all of the heat and rain. They had lots of fun! Remember to save and send Box Tops if you have any. They love, love getting those in the mail and putting on their sheet for school! It's the little things!

Here are a few pictures from this past weekend, enjoy! ~Amber