McGann Life: pit stops

The kids and I headed to Charleston during spring break. We went during the second week, mainly because of the Pass It On consignment sale at Algood. Our first stop along the way was in Asheville. My cousin, Carla, moved there not too long ago so we stopped along the way and spent the night there. I hadn't seen Carla in 5 years!!! So, I had never met her sweet little boy, Thomas. Thomas is six months younger than Mercy (almost to the date). The last time we saw each other was at Kecker's funeral. Every time we were in Charleston, she wasn't and vice-versa. We had a great time catching up and chatting! Hopefully, we will be able to see each other more since her home is right off the interstate as we head to Columbia or Charleston, or back home to Tennessee.

Josiah reading to Thomas.

showing the pictures

And once again, more reading. I am sure Thomas is paying close attention.

Carla and Thomas (and Josiah)

All four kiddos together

time to color...with Korean crayons, of course.

Carla and I

Carla and Claude

After our night in Asheville, we headed south and made another pit stop in Roebuck, SC. (close to Spartanburg) My friend, Jo Ellen, from college lives right off the interstate. I have thought about stopping for a visit for years, but it always seems like I am traveling to get somewhere at a certain time, or it's just not convenient to stop. Thankfully, our schedules lined up and we were able to stop. The kids had so much fun playing together! I am so glad we stopped, even if it was for just a couple hours!