Ok, so the second half of May was probably the most exciting as we headed back down to sunny South Carolina to visit old friends! We left on Saturday 5/16 and returned on Sunday 5/24. Eight wonderful days of catching up along with 7 days of straight rain. That's right, the rain began on Sunday and did not let up once until of course the day we left. I mean, what are the chances?!?!?! But luckily, good company and lots of drinks is all you need brighten those gray skies! My parents, Patti and Dave, joined us for the trip as designated babysitters. :) This allowed Greg and I to be a bit more flexible with getting around to see everyone. This is not to say that we don't love spending time with our baby girl, but hey come on, don't tell me you wouldn't love to have a built in babysitter when you go on vacations. ;) It was wonderful of them to do that for us and we are very thankful to the two of them. Thanks mom and dad!!!!
Our dear friends, The Hughes Family, had a wonderful "Welcome Back BBQ" for our arrival on Saturday. It was so nice to have everyone all together again. You never realize how much people mean to you until you don't have them on your porch everyday. But Joanne and I did get to catch up on our porch sitting while I was down there, and it was just as nice as it's always been.
Carey and I had a blast watching Bailey and Brooke roll around and investigate one another. It's a shame that these little two precious girls won't be growing up in the same town, or state for that matter. But I have no doubts that Carey and I will do whatever it takes to keep in touch and make sure that neither one of us misses out on the other one's bundle of joy!
Included in the festivities was a "Boys Night Out", "Girls Night Out", golfing, fishing and shopping. So despite the rain, despite the lack of beach laying, this trip was unforgettable. We loved seeing each and everyone of our friends, neighbors and co-workers that we had to say good bye to a year earlier. We love you all and miss you everyday!
**Brooke Update**
Brooke had her 3 month appointment on 5/14 and the stats are as follows: 11 lbs, 13 oz. and 23 1/2" long. A gain of 1 lb, 13 oz. and a growth of 1/2". She received only 1 shot and my goodness is my little girl tough....they just don't phase her!! She will skip her 4 month appt so her next visit to the doc will be on 7/16 for her 5 month checkup.
