The Smith Chronicles
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    • APRIL 2005 HANNAH'S FIRST EASTER
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    • DECEMBER 2009 HANNAH PRE-K CHRISTMAS PARTY
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    • JUNE 2017 APPALACHIAN TRAIL Hike
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    • JUNE 2019 PACIFIC NW GIRLS' TRIP >
      • DAY 1
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    • DECEMBER 2019 MEMORIES
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  • 2020
    • NEW YEARS 2020
    • TALLEDEGA NATIONAL PARK 2020
    • SIPSEY WILDERNESS HIKE
    • 2020 EASTER
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    • 2020 COVID PARADE
    • JUNE 2020 GIRLS' TRIP NORTH GEORGIA MOUNTAINS
    • FATHER'S DAY 2020
    • 4th OF JULY IN CARRINGTON LAKES
    • CONNOR'S 12th BIRTHDAY
    • HANNAH'S 16th BIRTHDAY
    • HALLOWEEN 2020
    • THANKSGIVING 2020
    • Christmas 2020
  • 2021
    • SKIING IN GATLINBURG
    • SPRING BREAK IN SAVANNAH
This year has been a very difficult one, mainly because of the extra stresses resulting from Covid.   Our whole family seemed to be drowning in work and school, and we needed a break to reconnect as a family.  We decided to visit Don's brother Tony in Savannah, Georgia. 

Don's parents joined us and we stayed in an Air BnB on Henry Street.  It was a beautiful old place that was big enough for the whole family.  It was also in walking distance of just about anything you want to do in Savannah.  We arrived Sunday evening, unpacked, and spent time with Tony, his girlfriend, Trisha, and Don's parents.  Trisha took Hannah, Connor, and I on a brief tour of the SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design) campus grounds.  Hannah fell in love again with the campus.  She was in (Alt Girl Heaven)!


On Monday, we went on a trolley ride around the city.  We did this the last time we were in Savannah, but this time, our kids were old enough to appreciate the the history of the city.  I shared my love for photography with Connor.  He took many beautiful pictures on our trolley ride.  That night, we ate at Tony's restaurant, Repeal 33.  If you are ever in the Savannah area, you should try this restaurant.  It is amazing!  After the restaurant, we came back and played Texas hold em', where Don's mother won by the skin of her teeth.  

On Tuesday, we split up to do what everyone wanted to do.  Tony took his parents to Tybee Island for the day.  Our family wanted to explore Savannah.  Don and the boys explored the town, had lunch, and went out for ice cream.  Hannah and I explored the town, went shopping, and ate like queens!  Hannah loved the vintage shops and boutiques, and I loved all the famous sites where movies had been shot.  Don and Jackson wanted to go back to the Air BnB, so they brought Connor to spend the rest of the afternoon with Hannah and I.  We enjoyed site-seeing city and visiting all the beautiful parks. 

After our day downtown, we came home to enjoy one last "cards night" with the family.  If you ever play with the Smith family, you should know that Jackson is a smart and cunning risk taker, and Connor is extremely lucky, very unpredictable, and a very good bluffer!  Don't underestimate them because of their age or sweet, innocent little faces!  You will be playing with fire.  They are ruthless and dangerous poker players, and they will eat you alive!  In fact, Connor won this game against very experienced Smith family poker players.

On Wednesday morning, we left Savannah and came home.  It was a nice getaway and it felt good to reconnect with family!


The Air BnB

We stayed in an Airbnb called, "The Stella." It was an old townhome beautifully decorated with an eclectic flare.  I really liked it.  One of the best things about this place was that the host was very a-tuned to what renters need when staying in a place.  I have stayed in a lot of Airbnbs, but this host out did every other host in every other place I have stayed.  I usually have to bring paper products, a hair dryer, toiletries, laundry detergent, kitchen products, etc...  We did not need them here.  She had everything we needed.  It was so nice to know that if we had forgotten anything, she had a backup for us there.  She also had a welcome sign out with each of our family member's names and a basket full of treats for us.  She even checked on us to make sure that we were having a nice stay.  It means a lot when someone goes the extra mile to make sure you are happy with your accommodations.

If you are interested in this place, click on this link to learn more.  The Stella Airbnb in Savannah, GA


Exploring Savannah


REPEAL 33 

Don's brother, Tony, is the Executive Chef at Repeal 33.  I wish I had thought to take more pictures while there.  The food was incredible.  If you are interested in going, check out their website here:  Repeal 33

  • ALBUMS
  • THE BUCKET LIST
  • 1974 - 1996 - DON
  • 1975 - 1996 APRIL
  • 1997 - 1999
    • The Dating Years
    • Our Wedding
    • Our Honeymoon
  • 2000
  • 2001
  • 2002
  • 2003
  • 2004
    • 2004 APRIL'S PREGO PICS OF HANNAH
    • 2004 BABY SHOWERS
    • OCTOBER 2004 HANNAH'S BIRTH
  • 2005
    • APRIL 2005 HANNAH'S FIRST EASTER
  • 2006
  • 2007
  • 2008
  • 2009
    • DECEMBER 2009 HANNAH PRE-K CHRISTMAS PARTY
    • DECEMBER 2009 TISH & KENT'S WEDDING
  • 2010
  • 2011
  • 2012
  • 2013
  • 2014
  • 2015
  • 2016
  • 2017
    • JUNE 2017 APPALACHIAN TRAIL Hike
    • DECEMBER 2017 CHRISTMAS
  • 2018
    • MAY 2018 LIGHT FEST
    • DECEMBER 2018 CHRISTMAS CRUISE
  • 2019
    • JUNE 2019 PACIFIC NW GIRLS' TRIP >
      • DAY 1
      • DAY 2
      • DAY 3
      • DAY 4
      • DAY 5
      • DAY 6
      • DAY 7
      • Apps Page
    • DECEMBER 2019 MEMORIES
    • DECEMBER 2019 TRACK MEETS
    • DECEMBER 2019 ANNIVERSARY IN AUSTIN
    • DECEMBER 2019 CHRISTMAS
  • 2020
    • NEW YEARS 2020
    • TALLEDEGA NATIONAL PARK 2020
    • SIPSEY WILDERNESS HIKE
    • 2020 EASTER
    • APRIL 2020 MEMORIES
    • 2020 COVID PARADE
    • JUNE 2020 GIRLS' TRIP NORTH GEORGIA MOUNTAINS
    • FATHER'S DAY 2020
    • 4th OF JULY IN CARRINGTON LAKES
    • CONNOR'S 12th BIRTHDAY
    • HANNAH'S 16th BIRTHDAY
    • HALLOWEEN 2020
    • THANKSGIVING 2020
    • Christmas 2020
  • 2021
    • SKIING IN GATLINBURG
    • SPRING BREAK IN SAVANNAH