Fun Times in July

For the last half of July we have been in scenic Utah.  We went to SLC so BJ could attend a conference for a couple of days.  While he was busy I took my kids to my old stomping grounds in Logan one day.  We went to my old apartment, which I am shocked is still standing!  We also visited Old Main hill, where we rolled until we couldn't stand and climbed all 195 stairs! And of course we stopped at the creamery for some delicious ice cream to cool us down.

My "True" Aggies!

                           

The kids were shocked when I told them
I went sledding down this hill on my mattress!

The Logan Temple from Old Main Hill

While in SLC, BJ took the kids one evening so I could go to dinner with my Grandma. It was so fun to have her all to myself and not have the four kids to distract us.  She is a kindred spirit! I am so blessed she is my Grandma!

Our little hitchhiker!

Dinner at the Mayan

My childhood home. That big tree was just 2 feet tall when I lived there!

The last day, we went to Temple square.  At first I thought my kids, at least the younger two, would not appreciate the history and spirit of Temple Square, but none of them were ready to leave when it was time.  It was such a blessing to our family to see the amazing things the Church is doing for the good of all our brothers and sisters around the world.

"Sometimes, right in the middle of an ordinary life,
 Love gives us a Fairy Tale."

After SLC, we headed south to see the McIlnay clan. We camped and fished, roasted S'mores, played games and just loafed around in general...It was SO nice!  We even got to see a parade celebrating the 24th of July!

I don't think Travis is too keen on sharing...

Adorable nephew Tanner

Waiting for the candy to fly

We had such a great time "up North" and truly enjoyed the cooler weather and green landscapes! It was hard to come home to the 112 degree weather, but we adjusted quickly by living in the pool and reestablishing a routine. There really is, "No place like home."