Hittin' the Town
Yep, this is the way to live life
Having my little sister and her husband here has been a mini vacation. I thank God for them both. God is very kind to me; He cares so intricately and specifically and gives us more than we ask for or could even think of. He knew what I needed this week, and what I needed was Jess and Cha Cha – yes, Cha Cha — that is my husband’s nickname for his new bro-in-law. It has to be said with a thick Mexican accent: “Hola Cha Cha”
So anyways, I totally forgot what a real date was. Last night Cha Cha and Jess forced us out of our normal routine of fuddy duddy dates (a cheap 20 minute lunch where we talk about finances) and took us out on the town. We have lived here for almost two years but we’ve never cruised thru Gatlinburg, which is one of the top ten most toured places in First we got all snickered up and went to a fancy dinner at a restaurant called The Park Grill. You can see I’m not lying based on the evidence hovering directly on top of my head.
And then we walked the strip — and there were tons of all different sorts of things to see. I wish I would have gotten a picture of the mountain music clogging trio. They were very cute and they had cute puffy green dresses. Alas, here instead is a shot of two non-cloggers:
Us old timers had to sit a spell:
And I can’t remember what he said, but I reckon it musta been pretty funny
Thanks Jess and Hola Cha Cha! And thanks, Cokes and Washi-Wash for holding down the fort so we could go out and play with other grown-ups for the night. I know Sir James did *not* appreciate our audacity to leave. You are such good (brave) girls.
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on July 21st, 2007 at 12:48 pm
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You are a brave soul for tackling Gatlinburg in July!! Did you get any chainsaw carvings? Who can resist?
on July 21st, 2007 at 12:59 pm
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I don't know how y'all could've left that poor, sad little soul! hehehe…
Well, okay, I CAN imagine b/c Dozer does the same thing. But he's usually over it rather quickly.
Hmmm… no clogging pictures of you. I'm disappointed. It looks like the not was <i>almost</i> a complete success… and I'm not talking about the mountain trio clogging. I want to see YOUR clogging skills!
And hola cha cha must dance for his dinner as well. You have to with a nickname like that. 🙂
Marshie
on July 21st, 2007 at 1:24 pm
Yay for date nights!
Thanks for taking us along…I felt like I got a little mini glimpse of that city. My pastor in Ohio goes to G-burg every year for his family vacation. They love it there. Great to check in with you and see your fun clan. The feet shot totally threw me off…I couldn't figure out where they were till seeing the next picture. Very cool angle.
on July 21st, 2007 at 1:26 pm
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They had more little fun shops and mini villages than I could comprehend. Taffy, gyros, corndogs, pizza, burgers, ribs, fudge, candy shoppes, etc.
You know, you listed everything BUT my favorite shops. And there were THREE of them…I can't beleive you missed it. It was the photo shop, camera shop, and photo camera shop.
on July 21st, 2007 at 2:05 pm
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Fatlingurg. . . .i totally agree!!
I am super glad that you all are having a great x 20 time.
on July 21st, 2007 at 5:10 pm
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I TOTALLY have better feet than you.. and we DID have a great time last night, didn't we? There is seriously something extra special about sisters hanging out and laughing together than doing the same with anyone else.
There was a time when I thought we'd never have that again.. last night was a sweet time and I hope you know how much this last week has meant to me. You have always been a hero to me, and now, for the first time, I feel like you're also a very precious friend. thanks for that..
love you!
…and btw, your son looks VERY hilariously pathetic in that pic. What's funny is how in reality here, he's nothing but a giggling, obnoxious, huggy/clingly fun little kid.
on July 21st, 2007 at 5:34 pm
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you look beautiful! so glad you are having a good time.
chickadee@afamiliarpath.blogspot.com
on July 21st, 2007 at 5:43 pm
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AWWW.. poor James.
on July 21st, 2007 at 6:52 pm
Wow!
What fun! I am so happy for you. :+)
It looks like it was a great deal of fun.
Miss you!
Kate
on July 21st, 2007 at 7:46 pm
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It's about time you got out to "Fatlinburg". It's a great date night place. I am so happy you got to experience it with your sister. My sister and I were therewhen she was here last month.
We have also eaten at the Park Grill — we were treated by one of Joes clients. It was very good. I have only been there that one time though. Maybe his client will come back into town and we can go eat there again. haha
Maria
on July 21st, 2007 at 9:18 pm
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Poor James! 🙁
I'm soooo glad you got to have a fantastic time with your dh, your sis and her dh!!! That's great!
I've never been thru Fatlinburg either. LOL
on July 22nd, 2007 at 2:08 am
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It's totally wonderful to see you smiling and having such a good time! I'm glad you all got to go out. And you industrious soul — are you the one who thought to bring a camera? Ever the serious blogger, you are.
And James — those little ones really know how to pour on the guilt!! LOL.
Sally
on July 22nd, 2007 at 10:22 am
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So glad you're having fun with your sis!
on July 22nd, 2007 at 12:14 pm
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Ah yes, I've been to Fatlinburg myself, and while the food was great, the most memorable part was trying to put out the brake fire after we came down the mountain. I'll stick to the beach – it's flat. Thanks for the memories! Karen (bensrib.blogspot.com)
on July 22nd, 2007 at 1:15 pm
What fun!
It is so important to not lose the "coupleness" of a marriage relationship. Yes, I know I just invented that word 🙂 Glad you are enjoying your visit with Jess and Charlie. They sound like fun people! I enjoyed reading about their wedding and viewing honeymoon pics on Jess blog.
on July 22nd, 2007 at 1:50 pm
I am sooooo glad!@!!!!!:):)
that you all are having SUCH FUN!!!!!!! Yeah!!!! Sisters are such a blessing and such precious friends!!!!:):) (at least mine are, praise the Lord!!:))
We LOVE the Park Grill!!! My most favorite dessert in the whole world is made there!!! Did you have the chocolate ecstasy by any chance….. yummy!!!!!!!!
Love and God bless!
Angie:)
on July 22nd, 2007 at 4:55 pm
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You can always tell a homeschool mom by the “filing cabinet” she keeps in her bedroom! Gotta love it!
Michele
on July 22nd, 2007 at 10:50 pm
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Great post!!! I loved all the pics!
Have a blessed week!
on July 23rd, 2007 at 12:55 am
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Norman and I have been there BC (before children). 🙂 And, yes, there is a special "air" about it. So glad you were able to get away for awhile and just have some good old fashioned F-U-N!
~Connie
on July 24th, 2007 at 7:54 am
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Poor James…Happy Jen and Geoff!!!!! I'm *SO* glad you all went out on the town. Looks like all of you had a lovely time! Emery and I REALLY got a kick out of Fatlinburg…you are too too funny!!!
Hope you all are doing well.
Love,
Shay
on July 24th, 2007 at 8:58 am
Great Fun!
Sounds like you had a great time with your hubby, your sister and her hubby. You need to get out on the town more with your hubby. It looks like you were all having fun. I truly enjoy your blog and just visited your daughters' blogs. I enjoy reading each of theirs'. You all have a great way with words and telling your stories. I crack up everytime I visit here.
Now I better get up from this computer and get some work done. I lose track of time when you come to your blog and start reading.
Ruth
on July 24th, 2007 at 9:09 am
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Poor little James – He looks heart-broken!
You, on the other hand look lovely! I'm glad to hear that you had such a nice time.
I didn't know you were in the Gatlinburg area?!!!
My DH and I are thinking of moving 'south'.
We don't know where yet, but one are we both keep coming back to, over and over in our minds, is the Knoxville/Gatlinburg area. I love TN – it is so beautiful (and the winters are SO much better than WI ! )
We are keeping you in our prayers!
Blessings,
Michelle W.
on July 24th, 2007 at 9:24 am
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Good for you! I love, love going to Gatlinburg to walk around. See, Coie was ahead of you. SHE had been to Gatlinburg with us last year.
Treasure your relationship with your sisters. Mine was here last week. We don't have that. I have tried and tried. I grieved for days after she left. I am at the point of not knowing what else to do but accept it.
Okay- you've inspired me. I feel a date night coming on.
Letitia
on July 24th, 2007 at 11:10 am
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Aww poor Sir James lol. That look is so effective 🙂
Glad you had a good time.
on July 24th, 2007 at 1:20 pm
A real date?
What is that? Thanks for reminding us about what is really important.
Jenn
on July 24th, 2007 at 10:05 pm
Your first time to Gatinlinburg??…….
I can't believe it !! I am way down here by Memphis and I have to go at least once a year.
No, really, God has been good to us and for the last few years, my husband and I are able to take a week to our selves and go. We had our honeymoon there almost 21 yrs ago, to start with.. No we go back each year to "reconnect" with each other. …..And the shopping and food aren't bad either.
Pat
on July 25th, 2007 at 11:07 pm
OH my word!
He has GOT to be the cutest little pouty face I've seen in forever! Makes me want to just squeeze his cute little cheeks!