Our Spring Break

Spring break can conjure up many things to many people.  Our youngest grands (that are no longer little boys) went with us on a little vacation that Boo and Bear hoped they would enjoy.  We've found with children that they enjoy very simple things.  Simple times to create precious memories that are stored away in our hearts.  We both believe we can be part of the community that supports our grandchildren to have better lives.  Maybe you can remember fondly the times spent with grandparents.  Maybe it was an aunt or an uncle for you.  Maybe it was a kind neighbor or mentor in your church, or a teacher.  We all are influenced by adults that take a interest in our growing up years.  

Spending time in Colonial Williamsburg is fun for us.  With two teenagers we knew we'd better do the things that they enjoy.

The weather was wonderful and quite sunny.  Not warm enough for me to wear shorts, but certainly was for the boys!  I don't run around quite like they do.  We all enjoyed miniature golf each day.

Also swimming in the indoor pool daily.

The boys received annual passes to Busch Gardens for Christmas, so one day was spent there.  It was a cool, but sunny day to enjoy with the boys.  I especially marveled at the lovely flowers and blooming trees.

It was fun wandering through the different areas headed for the next exciting ride for the boys.

No, Boo and Bear did not ride this!

We did enjoy strolling through England, Italy, Germany and France.

Another day we toured Jamestown.  We wanted to talk more about how their ancestor came to the New World.

Miles showed particular interest in this fact and had studied all about Jamestown in school.  He talked to us in great length about it.  

Pocahontas

Mud and Stud House

Original Tower of  The Church of England in Jamestown

We went on an Archaeology Tour and learned about continued finds in the area.  

Riding across the James River on the car ferry was a fun way to look back at Jamestown.

Of course we can't go to Williamsburg without going to the Colonial area.

The tulips behind the Joiners Shop were gorgeous!

The new little lambs were born a couple of weeks ago.  They have grown quite a bit!

Children don't grow quite as fast, but it sure seems that way to us!  We are so thankful for the times we spend with our grandchildren.  We learn from them and hopefully they learn from us. 

Summertime with Children

Children adore summer more than anyone I know.  As we become adults with obligations summer can sometimes lose its sparkle.  Even gardeners have problems as the days become hot and humid.  The flowers need constant watering if none comes from the heavens.  I really start to complain when I feel I must stay inside with air conditioning.

  But children dream of forever days without school.  Endless times to enjoy doing what they wish.  I remember as a child thinking summer lasted forever.  I believe my grandsons think the same.  In my family we always dreamed of going to the beach.  My parents loved the beach and passed that love to their children.  All six of us packed into our 1955 Desoto and headed to the beach every summer for a least a week.  When I think of all the things my parents hauled there for us I am astounded.  We looked like the Beverly Hillbillies as we headed down US 60 to our favorite beach.  My aunts and uncles and cousins would all stay in cottages nearby.  I tell you it was heaven for us. I would live at the beach if I could.  Of course one wonders if one lived there would it also become old hat.

This week we headed to a resort in Williamsburg where we all gathered to enjoy some time together.  The younger grands still have that sparkle that I recall from days gone by.  I love being reminded of this.

Children also remind me of their endless energy.  Thank goodness their Dad was there to take up the slack when  Boo and Bear were tired.  Our oldest grandson was there as well, but he's not the water lover these guys are.

These boys enjoyed countless hours in the pool indoors and out, played putt-putt golf, Foosball, ping pong and indoor games of German Checkers.  Our oldest grandson wanted to go to Busch Gardens so we picked the coolest day of the week, only a high of 89 degrees!  We all enjoyed seeing them enjoy themselves.  I must admit I was happy when they said they had done everything they wanted and wanted to go back to the resort.

Making memories together is so important.  Family is my world.  I'm so happy that my world is not what I read and see  on television.  Yes, I am concerned for all that happens around us and realize we are not immune.  We must make our corner of the world a better place for the sake of our children and our children's children.