Josh came in Friday night. I was hoping that he and Ricky would decide to go to Valliant, so I could bum a ride. They talked about it, decided to go, and then changed their minds. Dennis was forced to work on Saturday, so I drove to Valliant by myself Saturday morning. It was a long drive, but other than getting turned around in Greenville, it was an uneventful trip. I arrived at the Terry Building between 1:30 and 2:00. The auction was fun, as usual, and it looked like a nice sum of money was raised. Kyle does such a good job as auctioneer...he really cracks me up! I was honored to be a judge in the Italian food cookoff this year. The winner happened to be my dad...but I didn't vote for him (and yes, I knew which dish he made!). He sure was tickled to be selected. I can't wait to see him wearing the commemorative apron, when he gets it!
We left Valliant fairly early Saturday night, since Stephen and Mandy were both feeling poorly. Stephen was still on antibiotics for bronchitis, and had lost his pill for that day. Thankfully, he found it when we got back to their house...in the cat dish! (It was in a plastic and foil dispenser pack, so it was still good.) Dennis made it to Valliant just in time for the morning assembly. We enjoyed a good lesson from Kyle on training up children in the way they should go. After a short afternoon of good food, fellowship and fun, Dennis spoke on our relationship with God. Then we all headed over to Kit and Ray's for sandwiches and homemade ice cream. We really enjoyed our time with so many dear loved ones and greatly appreciate all the hospitality and hard work by the McLemore family!
We all slept in Monday morning at Stephen and Mandy's house and then Dennis and I started for home...in our separate vehicles. I really hope we don't have to do that again...it makes for such a long drive. We made it home about 3:30. I made pizza for supper and the girls came over to share it with us and the boys. Afterwards, we played some "Apples to Apples" and watched an old animated kid's movie until we all got tired and ready for bed. All in all it was a nice little holiday!
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