Thanksgiving

This year for the first time since I moved to MO, I was able to make it back to GA for Thanksgiving.  It was doubly wonderful because I finally got to see Austin after his long awaited discharge from the Army, and spend some time with his new bride, Megan.  Mark and I left early Saturday morning headed to SC.  My parents had also come up to visit with us, so the next day we all headed to Paris Mountain State Park for a scenic hike in the perfect weather.  We grabbed some random hiker to capture the moment!

Emery loves being outside and trying anything new!  We found a tree that was the perfect prop for her.

About midway through the hike we had to stop for photos, although some how we missed out on getting Austin and Megan this time around.

 

The next day, another park, another hike.  This was in Conestee park, which is a wetlands area close to Sara and Ryan's house.  Here's Emery enjoying her ride, and laughing at Uncle Austin!

Emery also loved being swung by Austin and Megan.

Austin and Megan have adopted a new dog, Grizz.  He's a very well behaved and calm puppy, and he and Emery became fast friends.

I think this ended up being the photo of the trip...she's such an easy subject!

We can't seem to go to SC without going to Falls Park in downtown Greenville.  I love it there!  This time around I found a blue heron, and got a chance to grab some photos.

Austin and Megan are doing the obligatory photo with the beech tree at the park.  This tree is a favorite of mine!

After a great visit in SC, we headed to Gwinnett county to spend Thanksgiving with Ryan's parents.  We had a blast with them (we always do!) and there was plenty of food, fun, card playing and just plain hanging out watching Emery.  Here's the guys cooking the now famous "Trashcan Turkey" in the back yard.  Mark and I are totally sold on this way of cooking turkey!

We were also able to visit with Marla as well as the Arnow's.  It was great to see everyone!