The Great Trip -- Pt 1

Well the first step of our trip was our longest one, we drove to Knoxville Tennessee. Now for the average car ride this only should take you about 8 hours. Making the trip with a one year old nursing baby it will take you around 12 !

This is pretty much what the rest of the family did while Dad drove

The kids were really great about keeping G-MAC entertained on the trip

Mullu Mom's wonderful brother surprised us by booking us a room at the Hilton Homewood Suites with points he earned. Now the entire family gave the place two great thumbs up. The suite was nice and large, the staff was incredibly friendly. But the real kicker is that during the week they serve a complimentary dinner. When I say dinner I don't mean some chintzy sandwiches and crackers, I mean Salisbury steak and potatoes. For those of you that like to indulge a little, they have beer on tap. I am sorry for not taking pictures of the hotel but may I remind you to the 12 hours of driving! After a good meal and a swim in the pool we all went to bed pretty early.

-- Crucian Dad

The great view made the driving a little easier