We seem to be developing some sort of a family tradition where we take a trip on or around someones birthday. Such was the case this time as we packed the van with bicycles and all and headed to North Carolina to visit with Uncle Joe and Aunt Abby for Colleen's birthday weekend. On the way we stopped by the train museum, something on our summer list, and then spent the rest of the weekend soaking up time with family. Joe and Abby's neighborhood is very flat for the most part and we were able to ride our bikes over to the swimming pool in the afternoons. Jason, Colleen, and Caleb loved being with Lizzy and Josh (a few cat fights between the girls of course, but otherwise a great time!). There was time for a home depot workshop and even some fireworks by Samuel to celebrate the 4th of July. Possibly the most fun of the weekend was our last day when we visited a neat park in Burlington, N.C. There was a carousel, boats, cars, and a train. The kids loved it as can be seen by their happy little faces. So, Happy 4th, Happy Birthday, and Happy Family!
