A Quick Update...

Summer Flowers in our Yard.

The Brazier Family Reunion (my wife's Nana's side)

The Brazier Family Tree.

During this trip, Krista and I decided to try overnight backpacking. We had a great time.

The rest of the "overnighters"

Mini golfing with Mimi and Papa.

Papa perfecting his short iron shot.

Most of the entire Family went to Dollywood for a day.

Jerrel, Mommy, and Daddy rode a water ride.

I believe Mommy won the "got the wettest" award on that ride.

Who knew that ducks at Dollywood will let you get really close to them?

Jerrel chased this poor duck all over the place.

He was fascinated at how close he could get without the duck flying away.

Of course, there were several trips to the beautiful Cades Cove.

Here, the boys got really close to a deer.

Just add water = lots of fun for the kids.

Not exactly the relaxing dip in the hot tub Krista and I were hoping for, but fun none the less.

What's a trip to anywhere around Gatlinburg without going to the Pancake Pantry. The trip is not complete, if you ask Krista, until you've eaten there.

Sweet Potato Pancakes with Cinnamon Cream Syrup.

Collins Family Picture