Vacation!

Drew's parents came to visit us this past week and the few days we spent with them were packed with adventures. Here in Nashville we went to Andrew Jackson's farm/home and toured downtown. Then we went to Pigeon Forge which is about 3 hours away for a few days. We went to a comedy/dinner show, played some laser tag and played in a hands-on museum. We went to Dollywood on the 4th and went to some shows there and rode some rides. Drew and Neil went on two different roller coasters and for the third one I finally broke down and went with Drew. I hate roller coasters! The truth is that after they're done I think I kind of had fun, but the anticipation leading up to it almost kills me (I know that will definitely surprise some of you). The next day we went white water rafting which was so much fun. It was raining and cold when we got there but right as we got on the water the sun came out and it ended up being a really beautiful day. We saw a few people get thrown out of their rafts from hitting big rocks and I felt lucky that we had a really experienced guide who didn't let that happen to us. After that we went to the Great Smokies National Park and went on a hay ride. We thought we were going to see some bears, but unfortunately none showed. We were all sad that we didn't get to see any bears, but the hay ride was still fun and it was so pretty up there. We probably did something else but I'm not coming up with anything at the moment. Anyway, it was so fun to have them here. They always show us a great time! It was nice for Drew to have a couple days off especially because he hates where they're knocking right now. I was happy he had some time off to spend with me too! Warning: Lots of pictures ahead!

Andrew Jackson's home.

Andrew Jackson's wife had this amazing garden. After she died Andrew Jackson made sure it was always kept up. It was so beautiful.

Drew took this picture of his parents. Typical for them. Becky in the lead, Neil coming eventually. :)

At Dollywood we ate lunc at a place where this crazy chicken lady performs while you eat. She put this rooster hat on Drew and made him do this crazy rooster mating dance. It was interesting.......

Drew and Neil riding the first rollercoaster. They're in the very front.

Posing in front of the Dollywood sign. Check out my bright pink crocs. Drew hates them. :) But they saved my feet.

Posing again.

Our white water rafting adventure!!