May 2, 2023: Jacksonville with the Hightowers

 I am seriously behind on my blogging! May 2nd through the 16th was FAMILY time. 

We stayed at Hanna Park (where we stayed before) in Jacksonville, Florida. It was only about 15 to 20 minutes away from Julia, hubby and kiddos. 

It was so great catching up with her and they are all thriving. I think William is 13 and Emily is 11. They are both happy children who were delightful. Julia and Dave are wonderful parents. We mainly just hung out at their beautiful Sawgrass Community. Julia and I had fun having a girl's date one day though, going shopping at Marshall's a first for me. I love that store! 

Here are some highlights: 

Kayaking at Hanna State park: Kayak Launch



Egrets nesting
At the beach in Sawgrass Community



Hightower pool at sunset. 






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