We have been in Utah for exactly one month and we can definitely taste the bitter sweet as we pack up to leave. The kids are excited. Tonight we'll be in St. George staying with our friends, the Nelsons, and tomorrow we'll be in Anaheim. But we're all sad to say goodbye to friends, family, and the fun we've had here in Utah. We have that sort of expression on our faces. The longing you see in a dog's face when something they can't have is dangled right in front of them. Staying in a house with up to six adults, 
eight kids, and two dogs has been quite a party and definitely one of the highlights. Braden was adopted for the better part of the month by his Aunt Launi and her four boys. They hiked to Timpanogos Cave, visited the Kennecott Copper Mine, camped in Logan Canyon, and played Wii daily at the break of dawn. We have enjoyed the "cool" Utah weather and just sitting on the grass in Liberty Park.
eight kids, and two dogs has been quite a party and definitely one of the highlights. Braden was adopted for the better part of the month by his Aunt Launi and her four boys. They hiked to Timpanogos Cave, visited the Kennecott Copper Mine, camped in Logan Canyon, and played Wii daily at the break of dawn. We have enjoyed the "cool" Utah weather and just sitting on the grass in Liberty Park. Visiting the Oquirrh Mountain Temple Open House was a memorable experience. The kids had the unique opportunity to 
walk through the temple before its dedication. With four kids it was not exactly the reverent, spiritual experience for which I had hoped. But it definitely was memorable. When else will you see a two-year-old jump on the step of the alter?
walk through the temple before its dedication. With four kids it was not exactly the reverent, spiritual experience for which I had hoped. But it definitely was memorable. When else will you see a two-year-old jump on the step of the alter?With thoughts of returning home to Scottsdale in our heads, Braden and I took to the golf course for two days of lessons. Braden has developed quite the swing! When Ryan got into town it was fun for us to spend a little time with Braden on the golf course. If paring the ninth hole doesn't 
keep you coming back, that will.
keep you coming back, that will. Of all of us, I think Chanel may be the saddest to leave. She has developed quite a fondness for our parents and my parents' dog, Daisy. She has not only found a warm spot in their hears, but in their beds also. She goes on daily walks and wrestles with Daisy. Not sure we could compete with that, with the good of the dog in mind, I proposed she stay in Utah and we could come for visits. But the kids couldn't be fooled and quickly vetoed the idea. So we'll all leave - packed tightly in our van - with our puppy dog eyes focused on Utah, our family, and our friends, just out of reach.
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