Recently, my 84 year old/young parents came to visit on their way to their Winter home in Florida. This was their first opportunity to meet our new church family in Gastonia and to spend time with their NC relatives (inc. our son's family). We tried to introduce them to Southern cuisine, view the beautiful landscape and share in some quality time. While they were here, Janet Paschal was in concert at the church and they enjoyed meeting her, up close and personal. We planted several flowers from their home in Columbus, including some plants that had originally belonged to Sue's mom. We took a overnight trip to the mountains and enjoyed some time away. The highlight of the trip had to be visiting Tony and Jillynn's in Colfax. The great grandkids enjoyed getting reacquainted with Grandpa and Grandma Great (it didn't take long). A special moment is pictured with Dad and his namesake, Ellayna Clair. Tony gave them a tour of his youth ministry and the Church preschool where Jillynn serves as Director. Back at our house, Dad enjoyed riding the mower and helping mulch the leaves. Mom enjoyed shopping and we all enjoyed Sue's good cooking. These are special times and precious moments that all families should treasure.
