For the past few years, Tucker's parents have taken the oldest of the 5 grandchildren on a trip to Gatlinburg/Dollywood. Last year, my father-in-law could not handle the roller coasters anymore because of his back, so they brought me on board this year to ride with Audrey and Hallie. So, on Tuesday afternoon, we set off to Pigeon Forge. The kids swam at the hotel that night and had a great time. On Wednesday morning, we went to Dollywood. Audrey, Hallie, and I rode all of the roller coasters and had a ball. I didn't know Hallie was such a dare-devil, but she hung in there with all of the coasters and loved them. Later that night, we drove on into Gatlinburg and had more swim time before bed. Then, the next morning after breakfast, we drove up to the Smokey Mountains and into Cade's Cove. It was so beautiful and we saw some wildlife....bears, turkeys, and deer. It was a quick, but very fun trip. We all had a great time!
The girls standing in front of a sand sculpture at Dollywood. It was amazing to watch the artist at work!
My mother-in-law with her girls
Hallie
Maddie
Audrey
A mama bear and her four babies going up to Cade's Cove. This picture was taken inside of the car!
The Great Smokey Mountains - beautiful!
In a creek at Cade's Cove
Poppy and Granny (the in-laws)
Audrey found a salamander at Cade's Cove
Thanks Poppy and Granny, we had a great trip and can't wait until next year!
I am almost a week late on posting this, but better late than never! We had our annual Father's Day picnic at Montgomery Bell State Park on Sunday and had a fun time in the creek. The kids loved being in the water with Tucker and had a great time. I am so thankful to have a great father to my children and watch them interact daily. We love you, Tucker!!!!
Miss Prissy and the too-big swimsuit
