East to West

Four generations of Morrisons

Eliza got to meet her Great-Grandma Beckstead for the first time a couple of weeks ago! My grandma had a birthday, and Eliza and I surprised her by flying cross-country to see her in Washington. The whole Morrison family was gathered together--my dad and his four brothers, along with several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. We all hid in the dining room and surprised Grandma when she walked in. She didn't suspect a thing.

It was great to see her again--the last time I saw my Grandma was when I got married, so it's been a while. She is such a funny person, she had us all laughing.

My Uncle David and Aunt Kathy were nice to let us stay at their place, and they didn't even mind when Eliza vomited all over their living room (more on that later).

Eliza loved meeting her (second?) cousin, Cadence. They were good pals and had a good time wandering around together.



It was lots of fun to see everyone and have everyone meet Eliza. Sadly, though, she got very sick while we were there, and a lot of bodily fluids that normally stay inside came flying out into the world. Poor girl! And on the plane trip back home, she threw up on the first flight. Fortunately, I was prepared and had brought a change of clothes in the event that this very disaster occurred. Unfortunately, she had a massive diarrhea explosion on the second flight...Washington to Virginia is a long trip. So that's why when we arrived home, she was half-naked and looking a bit frazzled (see previous post).

But aside from all this unpleasantness, it was delightful to see everyone again, and to watch my Dad's family meet Eliza for the first time. Thanks again for helping us fly out!

Here are more pictures.

Eliza dancing with Grandma
Eliza sitting on Grandpa's lap, listening to the harmonious sounds of accordion music
Eliza helping Uncle Davey with the accordion
Eliza sharing a flower with Grandma

Eliza sharing a flower with a plaster bunny

My dad hitting a wiffle ball with such inhuman strength that it shattered on impact (zoom in on this one!)

This is a painting I gave to Grandma as a birthday gift