surprise, we had company!

Hubie's friends from a few year back were in town today. They stopped by our house, and then came over for dinner tonight! Ross and Jessica lived in Philly for a number of years, moved to Vermont, and now are in Virginia.

I am usually not very calm at the proposal of hosting spontaneous dinner at the house. It was fun though, no need be anxious.

This weekend we went to Indiana to visit to my parents at their lake cottage. Hube and I stopped in my home town to look at my mom's grave, since it will be 10 years this year since she passed. We got flowers and cleaned the stone. This little stop made our arrival in IN later than we wanted, but it was worth it for me.

Saturday Courtney and Kevin came over to IN to see us! They brought their cute kids too:) It was nice to catch up in person, since we rarely have time other than on the phone to do that. We went on a boat ride and watched Luke do some tummy time. Emma warmed up soon enough and loved being outside on the deck.

Mary bought us food we like and cooked it up real nice:). We had potatoes and bacon for breakfast and this yummy raisin bread toast. We had a good time just being together for a couple days. My brother Ryan and sister in law Britt came up on Sunday. It was sort of a quick time with them, since we drove home that day. Chad and Jeannie surprised us and came too! It was great to see everyone, Uncle Bob and Sharon, Grandma Knox and McCullough too!

My Grandma McCullough gave me her old sewing tin. It was sweet of her, she is such a giving and thoughtful person. Always thinking of some one else.

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As you go on your way,
May the Lord walk beside you to comfort you.
May the Lord walk above you to watch over you.
May the Lord walk behind you to keep you safe.
May the Lord walk before you to show you the way.

This was the benediction my mom left, as a reminder of God's amazing comfort and presence.


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We had some guests!

My Aunt Deb and Uncle Brian came to see Hubie and I this weekend! My parents were here just a few weeks ago to visit. I have such a super cool family to drive down to Philly to see us!

Time with my parents was very laid back, as I was recovering from some medical issues. We went for a walk on Kelly Drive and out to IHOP for breakfast before they left. They drove 18hrs in 2 1/2 days!! My parents are quite amazing, it was so nice to have them here.

Since I had more energy this weekend, we got around a bit more in the city. We went to Vietnam Restaurant for dinner, a great place! We liked the atmosphere a lot.

Here are some pictures.
The Windows were open in the Restaurant, it was hot on Sunday night!! Uncle Brian thought the restaurant had a Saigon feeling.

Aunt Deb and me, I really like her shirt. It is cute.

Uncle Brian had Duck Legs. The waiter said they wouldn't fill him up, so he opted for some spring rolls for appetizer too. Yummy stuff.

Rhubarb Strawberry Pie!! It is fantastic! Uncle Brian is an aspiring Iron Chef, and I would say makes some amazing food. He brought this to us as a gift.

We had a nice Memorial Day weekend. Monday we had a BBQ with some good burgers, sweet corn, and ginger beer. All the neighbors were celebrating too, it smelled great! Hope you had a nice day too.

As you can see, we have been busy with guests! Hubie and I have discovered our enjoyment of hosting people....always nice with most of our family so far away!