My parents came into to town from April 30th to May 12 for a visit. They hadn't been here in a year and a half, and we were so glad to have them come! They were able to be here and see the twins for the first time, for McKenna's 8th birthday and baptism, the babies' blessings, and Mother's day. They were so helpful while they were here. Dad did a million little projects around our house that desperately needed attention. Mom and I shopped a lot, but did manage to get a birthday party put together and Mom made Janie's blessing dress (more to come about that later). We visited Spring and Callawassie Islands which were absolutely beautiful! As requestsed of Dad by Dale Murphy, we went to Mrs. Wilkes Boarding House. It is a family-style restaurant that is only open 5 days a week from 11:00-2:00. It's famous and the line to get in is about 30 minutes long or so. They seat you around a table that holds 10 people and just have all the food on the table in bowls. You serve it just like you were sitting at the dinner table with your family. The bowls didn't match, the chairs didn't match, it was a tiny place, they make you clear your own plate, and the food was freakin' awesome! We met Mark's parents there, took the twins, Joseph, and Kaitlyn and had a blast! The menu? All southern food. Fried chicken, barbecue, okra, collard greens, rutabagas, mashed potatoes, beef stew, butter beans, pickled beets, macaroni & cheese, candied yams and more. Awesome awesome awesome!
Mother's Day was a fantastic day. All of Mark's family, except Cindy, were able to be in town, and my parents of course, and Mark blessed the twins during sacrament. They were beautiful blessings! Then immediately after church, Mark baptized McKenna. (I will post pictures of those events later). After the baptism, we all went to the Lowther's house for a steak Mother's Day dinner! Mom decided to go relax in the hammock and got attacked by 6 kids. I think she still hd fun though!
We had such a great time with them. Dad taught Joseph how to yell "touchdown" with his arms up in the air and to say "yes" with the appropriate action as well. He was biting everyone's ears as usual and torturing the kids with his shaving-cream face. You all know the one I am talking about--where he comes and tries to get a kiss from someone right before he shaves! We played some pretty intense games of Scrabble almost every night. Mark and I didn't do too terrible for two amateurs pitted against two pros--or at least that's what we keep telling ourselves. Mom and dad helped me feed the babies, cook lunch and dinner, clean up around the house and so much more. I was completely spoiled and I loved it! Thanks for all you did while you were here. It is much appreciated. Love you tons Mom and Dad! You're the best!
Dad and Mom each with a baby
Pappy tickling Joseph
I love their faces in this picture!
Mom trying out the hammock. It wasn't as relaxing as she hoped!
A house on the exclusive Callawassie Island. If you want to know
whose house it is, you'll have to ask mom.
Visiting the tabby ruins on Spring Island. This used to be a plantation home. 
Mom feeding Janie
5 comments:
Sounds like things are going good! How awesome to have your parents be able to come and stay for so long!
Love it Julia! The pictures are so cute with your parents! Your parents are the best!
So I heard a little rumor about you, Utah and the whole month of June! Is is true? Give me the details? Love you guys!
How great! I am so glad that you're mom & dad were able to be there for all the amazing events! Wish I could have fit in their suitcases!! Love you!
I don't know your mom so can you tell me who's house that is? LOL
Well my mom grew up in Ohio and somehow, her boyfriend from high school lives on Callawassie now which is one road away from where my in-laws live. That is a picture of his house. Mom didn't go in, but we did take a picture. Dad was in the car so it was kinda funny!
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