First stop was in Charlotte to go to Evie's preschool Thanksgiving program. The teacher is a Native American from the western part of the US. The kids sang, drummed and were so cute! Evie followed and did exactly as she was supposed to! Afterwards there was a dinner. It was so fun to see Evie in this environment, along with her friends.
During this visit, I really, for the first time, understood how friends have said how wonderful it is to be a grandparent. When Evie saw me, she grinned a huge grin and ran into my arms...what a wonderful feeling! I totally get it!
I spent the afternoon with Evie, Beth and Greg. Then Beth went out with friends and I went to see Daniel do his thing!
His team, UNC-A was swimming in a meet at the Aquatic Center in downtown Charlotte. It was really insightful to watch my boy in his element. I watched his rapport with his swimmers. I saw his exuberance and skill. He did a great job, (if I do say so, and yes, I'm a little prejudiced)!
I went and spent the night with Greg, Beth and Evie. The next morning, I headed home, but stopped off at Anna's...my very favorite cosmetologist!
She gave me a new do!
I loved getting a chance to see my other grand daughters.
I couldn't stay long, because Abbey had her first Chinese Dance practice for the 2018 season.
That night, the kids and I went to the tree lighting at North Hills. A favorite activity is the sledding..
Abbey and Elijah were able to sled several times.
I must admit, there was a bit of anticipated excitement as they lit the tree in the middle of the shopping center.
I'm so grateful to John who stayed home with Abbey and Elijah, so I could visit with the others. I'm also ever thankful that they all live close enough for me to see them within a days travel!
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