Georgia, Sweet Georgia

Karsten and I took a long weekend and traveled with Kellen back to where he grew up on Sand Mountain in Georgia. Karsten's parents still have their house there but Kellen had never been nor had any of his relatives seen him since he had been born. So we decided to make the trip. Karsten was also able to golf with his buddies on his uncle's golf course in Alabama. We had a great time. Here are some highlights of the weekend.

Friday morning we went to Nana Virginia's house. Virginia is Karsten's "adopted" grandmother. She fixed us a wonderful breakfast and Jim and Virginia were able to visit with Kellen for awhile. Kellen really enjoyed looking out off her porch to the valley beneath. (They live on the very edge of the mountain - seriously).

Saturday while Karsten was golfing, Nana took us to Coolidge Park in Chattanooga, TN. It is pretty much a tradition for all the grandchildren to go. Cousin Kaylee made the trip up with Nana and Poppa so she was able to enjoy it as well. There is a large indoor Merry-go-round, water fountains that you can run around in and a foot bridge that crosses the river. Kellen enjoyed the bridge but was disappointed when Thomas the Train didn't show up.

While we were at the park, Aunt Linda and Uncle Randy came to see us and took us out to lunch. We had a great time with them.

Thank you Nana for our special morning.

Saturday evening Mark and Robin had us over to their new home for a large friends and family cookout. Kellen really enjoyed playing with their 3 year old son Grayson, while Karsten and I visited with old friends and family.

Grayson and Kellen playing with their "froggie" sprinkler.

Sunday afternoon Papa took Kellen for a tractor ride and Nana helped Kellen pick an apple from their very own apple tree.

Thank you Nana and Papa for the special weekend. We really enjoyed it!!!!