Yesterday Chris and I brought the girls out to see their great grandparents. It was a nice visit as it usually is. They both seemed to be doing well, looking good, and hopefully enjoyed our company. We talked about the old family pictures hanging in the living room and asked who everyone was. I am always so fascinated with Chris' roots that I forget about my own. I found out that "Belle" is actually a family name, not just Grandma's middle name. We have a Dorothy Belle, Lydia Belle, and Georgia Belle. Go figure! We talked about Grandpa's uncles that came over from Germany. I would love to know more about them. Once I got home I realized I didn't know Grandma's roots. I know she is German too but I don't know if that is on both sides? I will have to ask her more about her family next visit. We talked about Great Grandma Hazel's grocery store and I showed Chris a picture. Why didn't anyone take the old "Townsend Grocery" sign? I kick myself now, but what kid thinks about that kinda stuff. I am pretty sure it is no longer standing but Chris and I might take a rode trip to go check out the area.
While we were out we went morel hunting. I strapped Phoebe to my chest and Lillie walked holding Chris hand as we walked up and down the creekside looking for mushrooms. Phoebe was well protected, but the rest of us ended up with ticks and scratches. I know, gross, right? We did end up with 8 morels. Not bad for the worst drought ever! We only went to a two of my shroom spots and headed back to G&G's.
Chris and I hope to make it back soon. Next time we visit we are bringing dinner. I was told that Grandma and Grandpa couldn't eat certain things but they told me that was not the case. We planned our menu and look forward to our next visit!
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