We had planned a trip spring break, but that of course, didn't work out. Traveling a week ago was somewhat unexpected and last minute. There are some things and some circumstances that arise in life you don't need to over analyze; you just do it. This was one of those times. Collin couldn't go, but Mom had never been to Micah's house, so she packed up and we hit the road. It didn't take much to convince her to join me. I worked until almost noon on Wednesday. I called to tell her I was headed to her house and when I pulled into the driveway, this was what I saw. Do you think she was just a bit excited and definitely ready to go?
We had a great drive down on I55. It was overcast, but no rain. We stopped a couple of times for a short break and enjoyed lunch at Cracker Barrel in Batesville, Mississippi. We made Micah's house shortly after 7.
Rhyne had a conference in Dallas so it was the girls and Ben. We had a great time. We ate, shopped, and played.
Thursday began bright and sunny so we went shopping and hit a few dress shops. We were successful. Mom and I both found some clothes. After we got home and enjoyed some chicken strips and fries, we headed to the park where Ben drove his truck for awhile.
Friday was rain, rain, rain, all day long so we all stayed in our comfy clothes, rested, and played a lot. Ben and I had a number of rounds with Hungry, Hungry Hippos. I don't know; we played so much, he may need a new game. Those hippos were really hungry. We also spent several hours cutting shapes, figures, and writing our names in play dough.
Ben is also a practicing physician. He gave Grandmother so many shots that she can cancel her medical checkups for the next year. No doubt she will be very healthy from all her immunizations.
Saturday was another nice day and we decided to make another trip to town. We wanted to visit the pretty stores. I was particularly interested in finding a couple of things for the house. Micah is a great tour guide and I gotta tell ya, Ben is a good shopper. He never complained; he's quite the little trooper.
Sunday came all to quickly and it was time to head home. We rarely leave without some last minutes photos to make a few memories.
It was another beautiful, sunny down to drive home and we arrived about 5:15. We had a great time and lots of fun. Best of all, Grandmother finally got to see Micah's house and had some time to play with Ben.
I'm grateful for family and catching precious moments to play, laugh, and make memories. When I'm sitting outside and reflecting, I get to live it all over again even though my loved ones are miles away and growing up too fast.
Just a swingin'
Marcia
