Me, Amy, Donna and Hugh at Cave of The Winds

About two weeks ago, Amy’s parents Hugh and Donna drove down from Seattle to spend some more time with us now that Hugh has finally retired.  They helped us move in almost 18 months ago but didn’t get to spend that much time here and the time they were here, it was all unpacking.  We also spent a couple of weeks with them back in Seattle in June but it was pretty hectic. 

Hugh did a tremendous amount of yard work on his own, stuff that would have taken me weeks to do by myself.  He fixed our warped deck, made repairs to the kitchen cabinets and innumerable other improvements without us even asking.

And though I always kid her otherwise, Donna made some great food (save for the stuff with green peppers in it!) almost every night.  And even though they brought their Bassett Hound Lilly, Sally and Kirby enjoyed laying on granny’s lap at every opportunity.

While here, we (finally) visited Cave of the Winds, Mesa Verde National Park and the Four Corners National Monument.  Amy started back teaching full time during their second week and we spent some time getting her classroom ready for the new school year.  We had a great time.

I hate goodbyes and wish we lived closer to them but it’s weird how moving away can sometimes bring families closer together.

Though we’ll see them again in Seattle around Christmas, I’m still sad to see them go.  Thanks guys!

Some good memories (click for a larger version):

Donna Sternly Quizzes the NPS Park Ranger (My Fave!)

Hugh and Donna at Mesa Verde National Park

Hugh, Amy and Donna