2nd Leg

After a wonderful five days at the Chieppas, we packed the 4Runner and ventured off to visit Dynamo's brother, Craig, and sister-in-law, Amy, in Marietta, Georgia. Our good-byes to the Chieppas were very hard...as they ALWAYS are! I cried like a baby. I so hate to leave Dynamo's parents. It was so hard to pull out of the driveway and see them in the rearview mirror waving and then walking hand in hand into the house as we drove off into the distance. Sometimes I think it's easier to leave via plane.

Mr. and Mrs. C were so gracious and welcoming to us and my parents. They are so very generous and loving. I hate that we don't see them more! They are wonderful people who raised a wonderful son in Dynamo.

So, after a while I stopped crying and got myself together for our 8 hour trip to our next destination. Amy and Craig would be waiting for us!! We were looking forward to our stop-over in Marietta for two nights. Marietta is home to the world famous BIG CHICKEN. Did you know that? Here it is...

Read about the BIG CHICKEN here. No lie...the thing is huge! The beak and eyes move constantly!

Amy and Craig were waiting for us when we arrived! Here's a pic of the crew...

We didn't realize that Marietta/Atlanta area was so mountainous. It was really pretty, but LOTS of traffic!

On Friday we ventured off to Stone Mountain to the Country Living Fair. It was a nice time strolling through the trees looking at the beautiful antiques, vintage goodies, and handmade items. After the Fair we checked out Stone Mountain. Yes, it really is the largest exposed stone. Here's a pic...

You can't really tell in this pic, but there is a carving on the stone in the background. All of the construction behind us was them getting ready for a snow mountain for tubing, etc. They were making snow and will make snow until March 7, 2011. I couldn't believe more wasn't melting. After all, it was pretty warm that day.

Here's a pic of Mom and Dad...

And, of us with this really cool giant pumpkin...

After the visit to the Mountain we did some shopping in the Square at Marietta. Here we are goofing off. Notice that Craigie Baby was not there! We were playing while he was off working!

Amy cooked us a most delicious dinner of pot roast, potatoes, carrots, and salad. It was sooooo good!!!!

On our last day we ventured to the Georgia Aquarium, the world's largest. Dynamo and I had been before, but wanted Mom and Dad to experience it! It's so awesome. You really should go if you ever are in Atlanta and get a chance!

We also visited Olympic Park, which was right across the road from the Aquarium. It was beautiful, with lots of sculptures and water features. Remember the 1996 Olympics? Well, Dynamo just had to check out the water feature. I did too, but I got a little wet. I didn't quite time it right.

But, before we left for the Aquarium we ate dinner at the Marietta Diner and said good-bye to Craigie Baby!

Here's a pic of the brothers together...

I think they are related...don't you?

It was fantastic to see Amy and Craig. We don't see them often, but sure do enjoy seeing them when we are able. Thanks for a great visit!