Empty Nest Weekend Take Two

There's no cure for the blues better than hanging out at Island Park with this group.  We've been going for ten years now.  We haven't made it every single year, but we've sure tried.  It's always a great time full of food, games, puzzles, more food, movies, cross country skiing, and just enjoying each other's company.  Thanks Andersons for making it happen!  And thanks everyone for the laughs.  Werewolves, open your eyes!

First stop, Yummy House in IF for dinner Friday night.

There was a Corvette in the garage when we got there!

Saturday's cross country adventure on the Moose Loop.

About 20 minutes in, Scott's binding broke.  Wes to the rescue!  He had brought duct tape along.  It worked pretty well until we were on the back half of the loop and the duct tape finally gave out.  Poor Scott had to walk the rest of the way.  He's a trooper.

The swans were everywhere along the river.  We saw about two dozen in the water, and several more that flew overhead.  Wow, they are a stunning animal, huge and so pretty when they fly.

We stopped for lunch where the rivers intersect before making the rest of the loop.  We made it out just as the snow was starting to fall.  Beautiful scenery all along the way, what a great day!

We always enjoy attending church at the Island Park ward.  Interestingly, this year the couple who spoke were the very same couple who spoke the last time we were there!  We enjoyed a walk around the neighborhood after church, and then we packed up and drove home.  Sure wish we had a few more days!  Thank you everyone!  Until next time...

Empty Nesting

Wes and I went up to Bear Lake the first weekend of our empty nesterhood.  It was great.  We did some cross country skiing on the beach and hung out and just enjoyed being together.  I am feeling lonely during the days, but happy when Wes is home.  It's going to take some adjusting, but maybe it won't be so bad being just the two of us again.  We love our kids and are proud of the good things they are doing, even if we miss them being at home with us.  We hope they know how much we love them, and how much we enjoy watching them spread their wings!  We are amazed at how fast the time flies, but we are so proud of the family we created.

Everybody Walk The Dinosaur

Immediately after dropping Clint off at the MTC, Wes and I drove to the paleontology museum at BYU.  It was a really great diversion, especially for me.  I had to dry my tears before going in, but for a little while, the museum gave my brain somewhere to go instead of worrying about Clint or being sad.  Meanwhile, Wes was in paleontology heaven!

Mission Goodbyes

Elder Clint Thompson entered the MTC on January 13, 2016.  It was a beautiful day for a drive down to Provo.  Clint was excited, if a little nervous.  We went to see both of the Provo temples.  We walked along the Provo River and took Clint to Zupa's for lunch.  When it was time to drop him off, he didn't look back!  We love you Elder Thompson!  We are so proud of you and so excited for you to be a blessing to the people of Indiana!

Boogie Shoes

Pomegranny Days

These are the best days!  I just love when Livi comes to play.  We have the best time!