Mark jumped from this ledge over and over, landing in the sand in a heap. Our eventful summer continues to demand our biggest efforts and some adventurous spirit.
Last night was the first time in a month that we were all home together (in Arizona). Its normalcy was soothing, although it’s really not normal for all of us to be home together. We let the dishes sit in the sink and we watched the Olympics and forgot about bedtime.
We’ve learned some things this summer living in two different states, not the least of which is how to text. We’re high-tech, but until now, we haven’t seen the need to type with our thumbs. Who knew how comforting this little exchange could be?
Are you there? Yes.
and,
Good morning, Beautiful!
(That was from Richard.) 😉
When we need a break, Richard and I list good things that we know will come and good things that we hope will come with our move. Proximity to family and the temple rank very high, of course, but I’ll just share some light-minded ones with you:
- Restaurants!
- BYU football tickets
- grass
- trees
- fireworks
- seasons
- food storage items in grocery stores
- fry sauce
- parades
- Utah peaches
- that General Conference feeling as it plays in almost every home in the neighborhood
- Western Family brand
- KSL radio
- the lights at Temple Square
Arizona will always be with us, just as Texas is. Yesterday I had my first Sonoran hot dog and that will be something I’ll work to replicate all the rest of my life.
Hey, Utahns, what other (positive) little things do we have to look forward to? And no teasing about the cold, please. I know that 15 years living in cauldron states leaves me ill-equipped to handle the cold. Comment! Comment! I need company during these last days in the desert.
Root beer popsicles. Cool summer evenings. A plethora of performing arts venues, all top-quality and VERY affordable.
Mindy Baker said it best after moving to Canada and adjusting to the coolish climate: “There is no bad weather, just bad clothing.” Bundle up! 🙂 And good luck with all of the fun changes on the horizon!
Mountains. Huge shade trees. Driving through Provo Canyon to see the colors of Autumn. Walking outside barefoot. Barbecues at Springlake. Watching snow fall and listening to its quiet. I second the fry sauce as well 🙂
PS. We will be in Tucson until thursday or friday. Give me a call (or text) if you need help with anything. Love you, sis!
First up- me 🙂
Byu basketball
Mountains
Hiking
Springlake
Deciding which temple to visit
Seminary after the sun is up
Awesome libraries
Fabric stores
Work days and family projects!
You will find so much good, and do so much good here in Utah- just like you have in all your homes. Today we drove by the house that is soon to be yours and loved it -what a great neighborhood! Can’t wait to see you in it!
You are so right about those root beer popsicles. I look forward to getting to more shows, too. Thanks, Mindy, for your thoughts.
I have missed being able to walk in the grass with bare feet all of these years. My kids are hoping that our shade trees will also work for building tree houses.
Yes, which temple will I visit first? I’ll visit fabric stores if you do the sewing for me, Susan.
I hope the move has been everything you wanted and more! We are so happy to have you closer, and especially to be able to see you more often. You and your family are such a wonderful example to all around you. We love you!