Visiting Grammy

As the kids have gotten older, it’s become harder to plan activities or even day trips that everyone can—or wants to—attend. But there’s one thing I know everyone will always make time for, and that’s a visit to Grammy's House. You can't beat the fact that she greets you at the door with cookies and a cold glass of lemonade. The kids especially love that these treats are unlimited, even when we, as parents, tell them "no more until after the meal." Grammy is always there to sneak them one, just so no one starves.

On this trip, we brought Grammy a new wooden bench swing to replace the old one that had been there as long as anyone could remember. It had definitely seen better days, and she’d been having trouble finding a replacement. Luckily, Robb and I were in Menards when we came across the perfect one for her. We brought it with us, and Robb and the boys got it assembled while we were there.

I think before too long Caleb may just double Grammy in height.

Of course, our visit also included an all-you-can-eat supper, featuring a meat with gravy and multiple dessert options. Grammy truly is a special woman. I’ve loved her since the day I met her, and so have the kids. It's hard to describe her, but when I do, I usually end up saying that she’s a woman under 5 feet tall, in her 90s, who accomplishes more in one day than I do in a week. She hosts holidays with 50+ people and makes over 8 chocolate pies to ensure everyone gets a slice. She has a garden the size of most town yards and a rose garden that could be featured in a magazine. Every Christmas, she creates handmade gifts for all her kids, grandkids, and great-grandkids. Grammy truly is one of a kind!

Needless to say, we always love visiting her—and we usually leave too stuffed and tired to drive home.