More Utah Pictures

Okay, I've got to wrap up my long, slow recap of my wonderful trip to Utah. We've now been home for 2 weeks...and it's time to move ahead. So here are just a few more things we did that I want to remember, with a picture or two for each memory:

-My dad took the day off so we could all go to Hogle Zoo. Growing up, this is something we did every summer, and we loved it! My girls share my love for zoos, so they had a great time, especially on the new, beautiful conservation carousel. Jordan absolutely loves zebras and talks about them all the time!

-I spent most of the 4th of July being sick, but still managed to run in the Freedom Festivel 5k and also enjoy our traditional trip to the Provo parade.

-I went to a reunion with friends that I made during a semester I spent studying in Nauvoo back in 1996. It was so great to see these people again...they are true friends in every sense of the word and seeing them brought back all the memories that we made during that very defining time of my life! They know a side to me that not many others do.

-We went to Helper and were able to see Grandma Betty which is always so important to me. I love to see my girls interact with her and to remember all the great times we've had in that little town. It was so fun to see the Mascaro family, too.

-Other things we did that I didn't post pictures for: trip to Tooele complete with swimming in Grantsville, Bridal Veil Falls, Cemetary with Dad, Bean Museum & Brick Oven with Erin, Thai dinner with friends, Children's Garden at Thanksgiving Point with cousins, family get together at Grandma Mary's, BBQ at Chris & Marieta's, Movie day with Grandma Patsy, and Veteran's Memorial Pool.

I am so glad we got to take this trip! As I look back on it, I can't believe how many great times we had. I wanted to thank everyone for planning and driving and spending time with us. I am so thankful to have the family situation that I do- everyone is trying their best to make what we have work...and it is awesome.