We had the pleasure of having Great-Grandma McCoy visit with us for a week following our New Orleans trip. She stayed with us during the week and even tried some new things like using my MacBook. Though she had to endure a few noisy mornings, overall we had a good time with great weather so we could play in the yard and visit a few of our favorite spots in Chattanooga.We were able to spend most of our mornings at home or running errands and then had a activity planned for the afternoon. Since it was very windy on Tuesday we visited the Tennessee Aquarium. The boys rode in Bob and Grandma used her walking sticks so we were able to move right along. I think the butterflies are still the boys favorite part.
Wednesday we met nana, papa, and daddy at Coolidge Park. We played in the park and rode the carousel before enjoying dinner at the Mud Pie. Thursday rained a bit but when Aunt Lezlee arrived in the evening, the boys asked to put on their boots and stomp in the puddles that remained on the back patio. What fun! Thanks again Lezlee for the boots.
We've been wanting to take the boys on a train ride so Friday was the perfect opportunity to go to the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum. Thomas the Tank Engine was visiting for two weekends and we could see the train and walk around the special exhibits. Unfortunately, we arrived late and they didn't have enough passengers to run the last local train ride. I'm sure we'll try again soon. It's nice that the boys get in free to most places. That will change before we know it.
We enjoyed visiting over the weekend and had to say goodbye on Sunday night after enjoying haystacks and strawberries. We're happy we had the privilege of Great-Grandma's time and attention.
