Pompion (Pumpkin) Hill

Sunday, April 30, we went with the Townsends and Willises to Pompion Hill.

It was wonderful. Pompion Hill is an old chapel way up the Cooper River. Twice a year they have services out there. Boo and Jimmy had arrived early and saved us seats. Unfortunately, they were in the corner of the church farthest from the only open door. We chose to wait outside - just couldn't count on the boys keeping still and quiet through the whole service and without a readily accessible exit, we weren't willing to risk it. But the weather was gorgeous, so we didn't mind a bit being stuck outside. And luckily, the chapel is under renovation, so there was a huge sandpile for Davis to play on.

After the service, we went to Blessing Plantation and had a picnic. Boo had put together quite a spread. Reeves napped in the car through most of the picnic. We had a great spot right under a big oak tree. Once he woke up, we walked around a bit. We got to see May Fitzgerald for, much to my embarassment, the first time. She is just beautiful.

I can't wait to watch all these children grow up together. I couldn't believe it, but the bugs were not a problem at all. What a treat to have a day like that in late April. The whole day was just what you imagine when you think of a lazy, southern, spring afternoon. All that was missing were the hoop skirts and the top hats. There was, of course, plenty of seersucker!