(Photos taken at Montpelier by Jonny and I. The last photo taken on our front porch.)
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Tori says
I have been away from blog-land for a couple of months (mostly) as we have just moved accross to Australia from the UK. Finally I have internet and I have settled down to do some catching up and how nice it is to be reading your postings again, I have missed them! My heart goes out to your friend’s family x
Abby says
I love all the family pictures in this post! Neat old trees-so so cool. What is it about Virginia-it is just so old and cool and full of big trees and big fields that are beautiful and creeks and…oh wait-I’m trying to talk you into moving back to Georgia-not talk you into staying!!! Forget that-Georgia is REALLY cool too. It after all was also one of the first 13 colonies. Don’t forget that. And the coastal islands are really fun, and anyways up in north Georgia, you’ve got Blue Ridge and lots of hiking and scenic mountains, and fields of green and, and and… you’ve got to move closer!
Kim says
Your family is beautiful!! Looks like a lovely time had by everyone.
Amanda says
My goodness, we are so close to this and have never been!
It’s positive now by seeing these photos that we will have to go.
As always, your pictures make me feel like I’m with you!
sarah says
Beautiful pictures!
shayray says
I went to Montpelier when I was in grade school. Oh the history. I can’t wait to take my son to some East Coast historical sights.
Heather says
Did you enjoy your time there? It is on my list of things to still see while we are in VA.
Ginny says
Yes, we just bought our second annual membership (that’s always the cheaper option for us!) We’ve never actually toured the house, but absolutely love the grounds!!
Heather says
Thanks, Ginny.
Nadja says
Oh, and I love that vintagey (spell check tells me that that’s not an actual word) dress or top on Bea!
Ginny says
It’s actually a relatively new dress that she has made to look vintage!
Nadja says
Oh, that huge tree is Totally Awesome–in the truest sense of the word! What variety is it?
Ginny says
Deodar Cedar. That tree is the main reason my kids like to visit!
Misty says
I love the photo of B with her big blue eyes and hair blowing up in the breeze. Stunning.
Nicole Spring says
Larkspur with her dress all up to carry her treasures is just like my C. She does the same thing and is totally oblivious to the fact her undies are hanging out. Cracks me up!
Love those baby kisses and Beatrix wit her wind blown hair <3
Joy says
It looks like a beautiful visit! Montpelier is on my short list of places to visit. I think we might include it on a roadtrip next summer. Have a wonderful week, Ginny!
Dawn says
My favorite photo is of the honey bee colony living in the tree. Bees being bees. Love it.
Elizabeth says
An amazing photoshoot of an amazing day.
Gina says
What a beautiful way to pass the day. We’ve never visited but I think we should!
Citysister says
We are studying the early United States and Presidents right now…it’s on our list of places to go. Thanks for sharing.
Deborah says
Those trees are magnificent! What species are they? Your pictures are always so inspiring.
Ginny says
The one that the kids are climbing is a deodar cedar. It’s amazing!
Maribeth says
You look good, girl! Ohh I just love those sloppy wet baby kisses!!!
Ginny says
Thanks Maribeth!
Sarah says
Looks like a great family outing! I have to ask – is the Gills Rock Fish Boil t-shirt from a family vacation, or was it a gift/hand-me-down/bought elsewhere? I grew up camping in Door County each year, and the pillar of fire when they lit the fish boil was always a favorite. Was just thinking your boys would probably love that explosion too 🙂
Ginny says
Lands End clearance–and I bought several in different sizes so it’s always being worn by someone!