Mother and Daddy's November Visit

We had a great visit with Mother and Daddy when they came to see us in early November.

One of the highlights of their visit was our trip to nearby Cleveland, NC where my daddy's family lived when his great-great grandfather was alive. Cleveland is a beautiful little town (think Mayberry). Daddy is standing in front of the school here.

We found the family grave site at Third Creek Presbyterian Church Cemetery.

Marlin family

I believe this was the grave of daddy's great-great grandfather. I'll have to ask my Uncle Rick to be sure. He has collected all the information. (Maybe he'll come visit one day soon.)

Marlin family member, Revolutionary War Patriot

Daddy with the kids

Daddy and Scott looking around. The cemetery had some amazing history.

Daddy, Mother and Isaac

There was an old iron gate at the entrance.

Third Creek Presbyterian is a beautiful old church in a quiet, peaceful setting.

We also found some time to play. While the kids got a history lesson from their granddaddy, they in turn gave a Wii lesson to their grandparents.

Daddy caught on pretty fast!

We walked around Davidson, NC where there's a beautiful college and some neat shops.

Of course, no trip to North Carolina would be complete without sampling the great barbecue here! We're looking forward to their next visit where we'll have to do some more exploring!