We have been busy craming in more family time before we head back. We will be making the long drive back to Texas on Monday. Last week was a super relaxing time chilling with JD's family. We got to see Fiddler on the Roof at the Playmill Theater, and have lots of time jumping on the trampoline and seeing cousins and just relaxing. Saturday we headed back to Pocatello to see my brother Matthew and his girlfriend Alisha and her son Justin. Cami and Justin get along wonderfully and have loved laughing and playing together.
Sunday we drove to Salt Lake to see our good friends the Hickenloopers' bless little Max. It was wonderful to get to hangout a bit like old times and play some games. Monday we went to the planetarium and met up with my parents and Matt for lunch then toured temple square, City Creek Mall, and the conference center. We got some good play time in the fountains and also that night at the pool with the Hickenloopers. Tuesday we went to Hogle Zoo where we watched a sweet bird show and of course saw lots of cool animals. We were able to head back and catch a little time with my cousin Kailey and her family before they headed back to Boise.
I am so incredibly grateful for this summer. I have learned so much and had so much time to build relationships with my family. I feel like there are so many little things I take for granted and having this time in my life where we are in Texas has increased my appreciation for some of the little things, like soft grass you can play in, big beautiful mountains, cool nights, time to sit and talk with my family, free babysitters, and a temple that is close, just to name a few.
That being said, there is something about being on your own as a family that helps you to be close and grow together. Also, I miss my bed and I will not be sad to have my closet back and not have to live out of a suitcase. We have gone back and forth so many times and made so many trips, JD is pretty much sick to death of loading and unloading the car. I have become extremely efficient at packing and am getting better at not over-packing and bringing everything. It will be tough to say goodbye though since we probably won't be back until next summer after JD takes the bar. And since we have decided to take the bar in Texas we will be looking for a job there once JD finishes his last year at Baylor, so we will be in Texas for a few more years at least. Not what I expected at all, but life does that to you, and I am choosing to be happy and see the Lord's hand in our lives. I know without a doubt that He has led us to where we are at this point and will continue to if we have faith and trust in His plan for us.
Cami at a picnic and park playdate we had with cousins last Thursday.
Cami and Justin playing with balloons.
Family hike up City Creek.
This is a goofy picture, but I wanted to have a picture of me with Max, Wendy and Scott's new little one.
At the planetarium.
Fountain fun!
Temple Square...
Sad day, my eyes are closed, but it is the only one the lady took so oh well!
Cami was being fiesty about sitting for pictures, so just JD and I.
At Hogle Zoo.
They had these cool Lego scupltures all over!
Just a couple fun videos
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