Family Day!

Yesterday, we had a little "family day" and it was probably one of the best days we've had! We had to go to Monroe Co for Heath's award thing. He saved a man's life so he got a "cardiac arrest save" pin for doing it. Just so you're aware, it's not as easy as it may sound. Once a person dies, it's very rare that they come back and actually make it out of the hospital. The really cool thing was that the patient was there to thank him and his partner. It just helps with making the job a little bit more worth it. ;) 

Braxton, of course, had a blast with the ambulances and helicopters there! They were such a great group of people and we really did have a great time with them and getting to know them. I couldn't be more proud of my husband. He doesn't get paid what everyone might think, and he misses out on a lot but when I hear of what he does and who he's saved and other stories, I know it has to mean something to him because it just gives me goosebumps every single time. Not many people can say they've done what he's done and for that-I couldn't be prouder of him. This isn't the first life he's saved and I'm sure it won't be the last. I'm so glad he's such a great EMT and Paramedic. 

Heath then decided on a whim that he wanted to take us to Gatlinburg, since we were already halfway there. Now, I was so excited! I love Gatlinburg and I love visiting. That's where he got engaged 3 years ago (what!??) so I think it'll always mean a little something to me. :) There's just so much to do and it's up in the mountains, it's just a really cool place to visit and hang out. Since we were just there for the day, we decided to do the Ripley's Aquarium since we knew that Braxton could go and that he would actually enjoy it. And enjoy it, he did!! We had a blast!! I couldn't have asked for a better day. 

Just a few pictures from the Aquarium..trust me, I took like 100. :/ I have a picture problem, apparently. I just like to document things because after my brother-in-law's passing, it makes me realize that memories are everything in life. Don't take a day for granted. Make it the best you've ever had.

Until next time! 

love always.

-kj