Saturday, November 14, 2009

Visit from Grandpa and Grandma

We were able to visit last week with Grandpa and Grandma California. They have been visiting the East coast for over 10 years now since Sonnet and I went to college in Virginia, but we were able to fit in some firsts for this trip. The day after they flew in there was a "lawful assembly" in front of the Capitol building in protest to the health care proposal that was being voted on the following day. This was my first time participating in something like this and I must say it was a good experience.

We were also able to take Grandpa and Grandma to the National Zoo. It was freezing, but we had a fun time. Anytime we saw one of these statues we would have to pose for a picture with it. One day I'm sure we will get a picture with all the statues in the park.

We also went to Fort McHenry. Now that was amazing. Learning the History of our Nation and the valiant people who laid their lives on the line so we could be free is always a wonderful experience.
We also were able to get some Parks family pictures while they were here. Grandma use to do photography so I always like to take advantage of her expertise. Here are some nice and silly pictures from that day.

We had so much fun with Grandpa and Grandma California the kids didn't want them to leave. Anna cried the whole way home from dropping them off at the airport. She asked Heavenly Father in her prayers tonight to, "Please help us see Grandma again soon." They are so sweet. Someday...Someday we will live closer to family...Someday...

7 comments:

Tiana said...

Such great family pictures!

Amanda P. said...
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Amanda P. said...

Sorry about the deleted comment (it's late here-lol)
Anyway, your mom did such a great job. You guys all look wonderful and I love the picture of Audrey covering her mouth. So cute!!

Rinez said...

You really got some nice photos in there as well as the fun ones. There's nothing like grandma and grandpa!

Becky said...

Great pix Tiff! Does anyone ever call you that? Such a cute family you have!

THE PARKS: said...

I love the family pictures! They all look so good. How nice to be able to have your parents there to visit. I hope you had a great Thanksgiving!

landmark lighting said...

Cute pictures~