Saturday-Sunday: North Carolina

Since we were on the East Coast, we decided it would be worthwhile to see my Grandma Dortzbach, who lives in North Carolina. Joe & Debbie haven't been to North Carolina so they joined us on our journey. Saturday morning we hit the road to North Carolina.

**MOM MOMENT--->We stopped at the gas station for some gas & some goodies before we hit the road. As a mom without kids, and without being rushed, I COULD NOT DECIDE WHAT TO GET at the convenience store. I just stood there for a few seconds, stumped. What do I do? What can I get? What would I like? I decided on something but it was a hard choice. That's when you know you need a vacation.......

Who knew traffic in Virginia would be horrible!! We ended getting off the interstate and took a highway down to Lexington, NC. It was a real pretty drive but being stuck on the interstate for 3 hours, barely going 60 miles, was ridiculous! It was worst than any Utah & California traffic we have been stuck in. We made some good memories being in the car with Joe & Debbie for that long, but it was GREAT TIMES! We got to my grandma's and my aunt fixed us some dinner-GOOD SOUTHERN COOKIN! We decided to finish our visit tomorrow as it was getting late.

We chose to stay in a cheap motel instead of crashing at my Uncles. CHEAP MOTEL-but we didn't die during the night and well.....that's all we need to stay. HORRIBLE nights sleep.

Sunday morning, we visiting with my 2 cousins on my dad's side of the family-Jennifer & Keith. Jennifers husband was there as well as their daughter Elise. We visited and Elise entertained us. It felt good to see a child, as I was adjusting to being without child......

I sure love my Grandma. Ever since I was little, I remember writing my grandma letters. I would ask her about her life. She would send pictures, and was always generous to send birthday money and christmas money. She loved to hear about all my adventures. I still write my grandma letters and send her pictures. Her health is declining, and she is slowing down with age. Who knows how long she will be around. She came out to Utah 3 years ago for a visit and that was a big trip for her! She is such a sweet lady-yes short, but a very wonderful lady. My #2 girls' middle name is after her. My dad calls his mommy every week and she loves to hear about the crazy life of the Dortzbach's out here! I meant a LOT to me to see my grandma. It was a sacrifice of time to see her, but well worth it.

Elise pulled out the play dough & everyone had to have a picture with her hat she made. Kids are fun.