Memorial Day Hike

Virginia and I decided last second to make our way to the mountains for Memorial day. We were pleasantly surprised with the beauty of South Mountain State Park, only 1.5 hr from Charlotte. After a short, but steep hike we were blessed with the view of High Shoals Falls.

Northwest Adventure

Megan and Virginia at the Seattle Market



California Redwoods


California Coast


Beautiful Sunset




The Golden Gate


Falls Creek Falls on the Oregan Scenic Byway



Victoria, British Columbia



Scene from the Butchart Gardens

Olympic National Park

Route 1 Bound

Early to rise, we're off to a land unconquered, beauty and mystery,

With maps in hand and packs on our back, we're ready for another adventure in McNamee history;

Seattle, a city of rain and cold, but aroma, diversity and culture intertwined,

On to Victoria, a ferry boat ride away; an undiscovered jewel, most will find;

Along the coast through Olympic National Park, first stop Mora to capture a heavenly view,

Snow falling, yet the golden Son beamed over the coast, reminded me of God's penetrating love anew;

The city of roses, Portland bound; a fun, vivacious, earthly feel, with overwhelming snowcapped mountain views,

A break from the hostels and tent was in order, a much needed night with a bed, shower and a long night snooze;

Down I-5, past Mt. St. Helens; then onto the scenic by-way, a mark of exquisite penmanship by the Creator,

Up to Crater Lake, with ten feet of snow enveloping the canvas, we decided not to camp and instead headed to the California shore;

The Oregon countryside was a beauty, with open seas of green and mountains surround,

We crossed the border and turned the page to another masterpiece which no comparison can be found;

The giant Redwoods stand alone in majesty and strength, the sun's fingertips brushing along the dense fern covered forest floor,

Hundreds of years these trees have stood; if they could sing, a symphony they would play, marking the crescendo and diminuendo of times they bore;

Down Route 1, winding along the Pacific coast, sheer cliffs to the right down to the sea, with our sights set on Mendocino,

Settling for the night at the picturesque John Daugherty House, we were pampered like a king and queen; a definte highlight and must go;

The Golden Gate blanketed in fog, we ventured into San Francisco as our last stop on our way,

The parks, the bay and people alike made it a favorite and oh, Ghiradelli Square...heavenly, I must say;

As our journey had come to an end; the punctuation made for the close of our chapter, we reflect with thankful hearts and humbly pray,

To the One enabling us; our breath, life and very being; Emmanuel, I am, Jehovah, Yahweh.

Congratulations Patrick and Lauren!

The same weekend of my sister's baby shower, we also had a wedding shower for our sweet friends, Patrick and Lauren. They will be getting married April 12th and we are so excited for them! Sadly, they will be living 4 hours away from Charlotte, but that just means a great excuse for a road trip! As Daniel and I love road trips, we're already thinking of when we can visit!

Soon to be Aunt and Uncle!

This was my contribution to the shower...a coconut-lemon cake...mmmm!

A few weekends ago, my mom and good friend, Faye, through a baby shower for my sister, Celeste. She is having a girl (name to be determined) and is due May 22nd. We are so excited for the new family addition! Congratulations Celeste and Paul. We are continuing to pray for you guys...what a sweet blessing this little one already has been!

Welcome Anna Kate Griggs!

A few weekends ago, we went to visit some dear college friends and their newest addition down in Atlanta, GA. We had a sweet time together of shopping, eating yummy food, playing games, meeting Anna and visiting their church. Daniel and I also made an Ikea stop Sunday afternoon. Thank you for such a fun weekend. Your little girl is beautiful!

An Ephesians 5 Husband

"Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her, that he might sanctify her, having cleansed her by the washing of water with the word, so that he might present the church to himself in splendor, without spot or wrinkle or any such thing, that she might be holy and without blemish." Ephesians 5:25-27

What a sweet blessing Daniel has been to me. The Lord has provided me with a man who loves Christ above all else, loves me unconditionally and imitates Christ to those around him. He captures the beauty in simplicity and finds joy in the minute. His character helps to sanctify me. I look forward to watch how the Lord will use him through life's symphony.

the mcnamee christmas adventure 2008