Time in South Carolina

Our time in South Carolina was jam packed. We saw family and friends and enjoyed every minute of our time there. We certainly made our rounds. The kids and I spent one night with Jeremy, Liz and the kids in Clemson. We went to my friend Tracey's the next night and then made our way to Allyson and Kevin's for First Baptist North Spartanburg's Global Impact Conference weekend. It was great spending time with friends and family and the conference was great too. We went to visit Jon's grandparents the day after the conference. So, our time was full...but so good! I'm thankful to have had this time to visit, but coming home and getting settled did feel good after two weeks of traveling!

Ava and Bryn

On a walk with all of our kiddos in Clemson...fun times!

We went to the park with Tracey and Bailey. It was great
to have time with Tracey, Asheton and Bailey. I love Tracey dearly
so having a night at her house was fun. We got to catch up and it was fun
to watch our kids together. We don't get this time often, so I treasure it
when we do. Tracey and I got close during our time at Seminary together.
I am thankful for her and her friendship. She is such a dear,
true friend and I love her so much!

Bailey is such a cutie pie!

FBNS brought Jon and I in for their Global Impact Conference. It was a great opportunity to share what the Lord has been doing here in Boston and with RHC. We have enjoyed this conference for two years now and are thankful for FBNS and their partnership.

Pat, me and Scarlet at the women's brunch during GIC weekend

Tracey came to the brunch as well.

Just because I think this picture is cuteAmy and Ava
Amy came up with her family when FBNS did a mission trip over spring break. Amy and Ava hit it off their first night in town when we went to dinner. They became instant friends. When Amy heard Ava was coming for GIC she wanted her to come for a sleepover. On Saturday night Ava went and spent the night with the Prices. Thanks to them for having her. She loved it!!!

Superman (x2)
Emet loves Kolson and enjoyed tagging along behind him all weekend!

Jon and I shared with the youth. This is a random shot of our home group night when we shared our story and what is going on in our lives up here as church planters.

Papa and Owen

Nana, Owen and Emet

Papa and Mama Simmons with the kids

Visiting with Mama Chasteen

Owen and Kevin cheering for Allyson's Bulldogs at their volleyball game.

Ava and Kelsey

Spencer and Owen
It was fun to see these guys together. They are only 12 days apart and I love that they will grow up with a cousin so close in age. Liz and I went a little camera happy taking their pictures in their matching outfits (thanks to Allyson for the outfits), but this is one of my faves!

Bryn, Spencer, Emet, Owen, Ava, Carson and Lydia

Kaleb and Emet

I don't have a picture from this trip, but my sweet friend Carrie and I got some time together this trip as well. We spent an afternoon/evening with them. The kids had fun playing and swimming that afternoon. But Carrie and I were able to sneak away for a frozen yogurt date one night. We went to Tutti Frutti and spent about 2 hours catching up, just us girls. Carrie and I just met in March when FBNS was here for the mission trip. But through that week and many phone calls and text messages since, we have built a great friendship. I loved getting to have time with her and hearing what the Lord is doing in her life. I'm encouraged by her faithfulness to the Lord, her husband and her kids. She is an amazing woman and I am blessed to call her my friend!
(This was from the week of Spring Break)