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After the whirlwind of Christmas, we packed up the crew and headed south for a family road trip to Clearwater, Florida —chasing sunshine, laughter, and the kind of family time you just can’t schedule. You have to go make it. A Clearwater Family Vacation with Everyone (Almost) We took all but one (Dylan, Mackenzie, Maddox) of the kids on this after Christmas family vacation , and it was a full house in the best possible way. Alex (son), Sarah (daughter-in-law), and little Bry

I turned 50 in April. A couple of weeks later, life reminded us how fast everything can change. Tonya had a stroke. For a while, memories were scattered—some missing, some just out of reach. Time slowed down. Fear got loud. Hope had to be chosen on purpose. Slowly, patiently, most of her memories came back, reminding us just how strong she is and how much grace lives in the waiting. Two days after she got out of the hospital, I took her to the beach—Winston riding shotgun, ex

Christmas with Family in Kentucky Christmas 2025 meant loading up and pointing the truck north — Grammy and Pop Pop leaving sunny Florida and heading back to Kentucky to spend the holidays with family and our two grandkids. Not all of the kids could be there, but that didn’t stop Christmas from showing up exactly how it needed to. The time we had together mattered, and every mile on the road was worth it once we pulled in. Maddox, a Four-Wheeler, and Lessons Passed Down Maddo

December was a busy month. We left Florida and headed back to Kentucky to spend Christmas with family. Long drives, familiar roads, and the kind of time together that reminds you how much those moments matter. (More to come on that later.) Not long after, we were back in Florida again—this time with most of our kids—for a week of family fun. Laughter, shared meals, late nights, and making memories we don’t get often enough. We rang in the New Year in Clearwater, grateful for

It’s been far too long since we’ve wrapped our arms around those little ones — Brylee Ann (1), Maddox (5), and Colt (2). Life on the road keeps us moving, but family has a way of pulling you right back home, no matter how many miles stand between you. This Thanksgiving, Kentucky was calling… and we answered. Of course, no true Grubbs Travel Adventure would be complete without a little chaos sprinkled in. Atlanta traffic decided to remind us who’s boss — let’s just say we came

October 2025 • Family Moments Playing catch up on life and a little late posting this one — but some moments are just too special not to share. Our beautiful granddaughter Brylee Ann turned one year old , and what a milestone it was! It’s hard to believe how quickly time has flown — from those first little coos to big belly laughs and curious looks that melt our hearts every single time. The day started with a simple chalkboard message — “Happy 1st Birthday Brylee Ann” — an

October 2025 – Brylee Ann’s 1st Birthday Celebration Every once in a while, you come across someone who turns an ordinary stay into something unforgettable. For Brylee Ann’s first birthday, that person was Jackie — the heart and soul behind our VRBO home. When we walked through the door, we expected a quiet weekend getaway. What we found was so much more — a table already decorated for a little girl turning one, a handwritten card with her name on it, and “Happy 1st Birthday

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My wife and I with our huge, beautiful family to celebrate July 4th—a day that means freedom and independence to us. That 14-hour drive...

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As I reflect on my journey in construction, I can’t help but feel a deep sense of gratitude for the opportunity to contribute to...

On May 3, 2025, Grammy and Pop Pop embarked on yet another unforgettable adventure, this time to the picturesque shores of Pass-a-Grille...

🧡 A Moment That Sparked Reflection One of the many joys of being grandparents is seeing your legacy create itself in real time.  Boys...

There’s something about the Florida Keys that keeps calling us back. Maybe it’s the salty breeze, the endless blue water, or the way time...

Sometimes life hands you a perfect moment—and tonight was one of those. It’s Sunday evening, and I’m standing on the edge of Honeymoon...

June 8, 2025 – 8:42 PM EDT Somewhere along the coast The sun slipped below the horizon tonight, slow and quiet, like it didn’t want to...