Southern Utah Visit '13

We're back. Over 5,000 miles later (luckily most of it by air) we have returned home from two amazing weeks surrounded by parents, siblings, and cousins. It was awesome. It was wonderful. It makes us want to say, "Goodbye military, hello family"! J.K., although for a few shorts moments we did daydream about the idea. Our time was enjoyable and well spent. Zions, countless days swimming, and picking fruits and veggies from Grandpa's garden was just the beginning. We enjoyed a play at Tuacahn, giggled a lot watching Turbo, and loved spending time with cousins at their house and park. Steven and Dad rode bikes, we got silly at the fair (ask Thatcher), played lots of board games, and ended the trip with a fun visit to the Vegas Children's Museum. The kiddos cried when we left and neither Steven or I could blame them. It's wonderful to be near family and difficult to let them go. Thank you to our Southern Utah family. It was a wonderful trip that we'll never forget.

 

 

 

 

Utah Visit '13

I have a sister and brother that live near Salt Lake City and another sister that drove in with her cute family from Denver. For five fantastic days we were all together and had a wonderful visit. Along with lots of great food, games, and cousin craziness, we played at Airborne, Temple Square, BYU, Hogle Zoo, and Smurfs 2. It was an amazing visit that we won't soon forget. Once again our kiddos cried as we drove away from their cousins. We pray for the day we can live closer to our sweet families. Until then, Southwest Airlines will have to do! Thank you to our Utah family for a wonderful time.

Sweet Seven

Thatcher turned seven this month. He wanted nothing more than a scavenger hunt and movie, followed by cake and ice cream of course. He got a lot of great gifts including a membership to Pleygo, which is similar to Netflix, but instead they send Lego sets to assemble. He and Dad have had a great time enjoying that particular gift already. Our sweet boy is sure growing up fast. Too fast! He has taught us great things and has a tender heart of gold. Happy Birthday Thatch. We love you!

 

Girl Camp '13

I cannot begin to tell you how awesome and amazing the youth are that I have the great honor to work with. They are incredible young ladies, and I thank Heavenly Father continually that He would place me in a position to work and learn with them! Ryley turns 12 in November and will join the Young Women's program at our church. What a lucky gal she is to be entering with such amazing youth who are great leaders and examples of Christ.