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During a visit with Aunt Easter, we found an old pic of Pappy, his dad (William Riley, the namesake of our Riley), and great grandparents William and Mary-Susan’s wedding photo.

Dad was quite proud of Andrew and his newfound love of moon pies.

The grocery store had this old pony and rides were only a penny! It reminded me of going shopping with my mom when I was a kid. We had to get our 2 cents worth!

After church, we went to visit the great-grandparents. Pappy has only been gone a year and the girls each had a favorite memory they shared. They had lots of fun memories of Pappy.

In keeping with our Meadows heritage, family time usually happens on the front porch. This picture reminds me of our visit to West Virginia and all the time we spent sitting on Uncle Chester’s porch.

Using a marshmallow roaster for a microphone, Jackie sang us a little song. Her creativity never ceases to amaze.

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Andrew immediately fell in love with steering wheels. I’m not sure if this is foreshadowing or just strong make genes. Either way, he loves to drive!

Especially daddy’s mint chocolate chip.

with the sound of music!

I walked towards the top of a hill near the auditorium at Familyland and took a few pictures of the beautiful surroundings, including a panoramic photo.

In one photo, you can see all the youth groups gathered around the flagpole as they sing songs. Another shows the 3 crosses at the top of the hill.

Another photo shows the sweeping hills of eastern Ohio. A true testament to the beauty of this country and the majesty of the Lord’s landscape.

A large group gathered to say the rosary, sing songs, roast marshmallows, and celebrate the vigil of the Assumption of Mary. It was entirely impromptu and entirely amazing. Such an amazing way to end our day.