With the four oldest kids away for the week, life at home has been…different. Fewer meals to cook, less chaos, and somehow, the garden is thriving on its own. The zucchini? Absolutely massive.
It’s given me a chance to slow down and get creative—thinking it might be time to experiment with some zucchini salsa recipes. Sometimes, a little neglect is surprisingly productive.
Vicksburg National Military Park – History Meets Humidity
Vicksburg National Military Park in Mississippi was established in 1899 to honor the Battle of Vicksburg and preserve the land where it all happened. The main park stretches along the city boundaries and includes most of the original battlefield.
Kevin and I explored the park the day after dropping the kids off with their dad. It was fascinating… and extremely hot and humid, but still worth every sweaty step! Here are some snapshots from our whirlwind tour. We’re hoping to bring all six kids back when we pick up the oldest four—it should be quite the adventure!
Okay, I know this is a totally random post…
I used the facilities at Vicksburg National Military Park, and I must share this.
Drumroll please… the company name?
Hiney Hiders!!!
Seriously, how clever is that?!
My four oldest kids are in Atlanta this summer, and today the boys got to climb Stone Mountain. My grandparents lived there when I was growing up, and we visited often—our whole crew of cousins racing to the top like it was a competition. I knew that mountain by heart.
One of my favorite memories is from a church youth trip when we stopped there to climb. Such good times and great friends.
