Milestones in life have a way of causing reflection, and today is worthy of a look back. 10 years ago today, Jess and I were married in the Mount Timpanogos Temple in Utah. We have some funny dating stories, but I want to start my story there. After just 4 months of marriage, we packed…
It’s 9:20 on a Saturday evening, and I’m sitting on a bench, snuggling Rachel on my right, and Jess on my left. Jess has little Cara in her lap, with Andrew on her other side. Above us is a starry night sky, seen through the branches of the trees that surround us. The bench is…
We’ve been to Denver before. Denver is not new to us, in fact it was a little like coming home. Right now, if I could pick anywhere to live it would be there. I love it. I love the people, I love the landscape, I love the city. I love the outskirts of the city. Turns out…
This adventure will be an landmark in your family’s life. You will all be changed after it. We are creatures of habit and love our security of what is known. When you are willing to stretch out your boundaries, life because fuller. You will never regret this. It is a gift to your children. That doesn’t ensure a smooth path. The road may be rocky. But in reality, the rocky roads have a way better view! Enjoy!ReplyCancel
I rolled over in bed this morning, and lay there quietly watching the sun filter through our curtains. The kids were still asleep in their beds and for the moment, all was still. “This is it,” I thought to myself. “This is the day we finally leave.” We have been planning and scheming since last…
For the past 7 years, most family hikes involved the littlest child riding in a kid backpack. We once hiked a 9 mile, 4,000 ft up, 5,000 ft down trail with Rachel on my back. I have fond memories of singing songs while we hiked, and passing snacks over my shoulder to little waiting hands….
Love this post and love you guys! Congrats on your 10 year anniversary. I love the last comment about the Airstream trailer and aluminum…hee,hee!
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