Nettie sent us this link yesterday and we watched it during family dinner last night. It is a great video that is very moving. I really liked the part where it says we need to strengthen the family, not redefine it. I hope everyone will do their part to spread the word about the importance of this election and the decisions we will be making especially those living in California.
Please visit:
http://www.catholicvote.com/
We are just a few of the many that are trying to make a difference. It is good to see that many faiths have similar goals and can work together to fight evil.
Monday, October 13, 2008
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Did I hear..... Taco Party? IMPORTANT ALERT!!!!
IMPORTANT ALERT: Michelle wants you all to know that our Bear Lake Blog is at the bottom of the page because me, Andrew, didn't want to put it out of order..... Please let Michelle know you saw it. Thanks.......
So we have been meaning to have everyone over to see our place, but with life going on it has been a challenge getting the event together, but with the persuasion of Kim Caldwell we got the ball rolling and it finally happened.
With almost 30 people in attendance it was the most happening event on Sept. 13th on our block. In fact all of the ward members wondered what kind of event was going on that would bring so many young people to the neighborhood. To understand you would have to know that a large amount of people in our neighborhood are on the more mature side.
We ended up having the bulk of the party in Grandma and Grandpa Woolley's backyard. We appreciate them so much for always allowing us to either use or borrow their things. The theme of the party was Taco's. The menu consisted of 6lbs. of ground taco meat, a gallon of cheese sauce, refried beans, seven layer bean dip, chips, home made salsa, 9 avocado guacamole, Spanish rice, soft shells, hard shells, tostada shells, all the toppings, fruit, drinks, and of course dessert. There was plenty of food and I hope no one went home hungry because if they did it was their fault. If we had taken a picture of all the great food I would post it, but we didn't so you will just have to talk to everyone who was there to know just how good it all was.
We enjoyed just sitting around with good food, friends, and fun. As it got a little later we moved from the backyard to our place to give everyone the grand tour of our one bedroom one bathroom place. It was a little cramped and a little loud, but we managed. Of course no party is complete without Rockband and lets just say I was afraid all of the noise would make our landlord living above us crazy mad, but we didn't hear one complaint.
I had to wake up for work at 4am the next morning, but the party went on. I am glad that most everyone was able to make it and sad for those of you who couldn't. I liked it so much that we are sure to plan another one bigger and better than before in the near future. We will let everyone else have a turn first.
So we have been meaning to have everyone over to see our place, but with life going on it has been a challenge getting the event together, but with the persuasion of Kim Caldwell we got the ball rolling and it finally happened.
With almost 30 people in attendance it was the most happening event on Sept. 13th on our block. In fact all of the ward members wondered what kind of event was going on that would bring so many young people to the neighborhood. To understand you would have to know that a large amount of people in our neighborhood are on the more mature side.
We ended up having the bulk of the party in Grandma and Grandpa Woolley's backyard. We appreciate them so much for always allowing us to either use or borrow their things. The theme of the party was Taco's. The menu consisted of 6lbs. of ground taco meat, a gallon of cheese sauce, refried beans, seven layer bean dip, chips, home made salsa, 9 avocado guacamole, Spanish rice, soft shells, hard shells, tostada shells, all the toppings, fruit, drinks, and of course dessert. There was plenty of food and I hope no one went home hungry because if they did it was their fault. If we had taken a picture of all the great food I would post it, but we didn't so you will just have to talk to everyone who was there to know just how good it all was.
We enjoyed just sitting around with good food, friends, and fun. As it got a little later we moved from the backyard to our place to give everyone the grand tour of our one bedroom one bathroom place. It was a little cramped and a little loud, but we managed. Of course no party is complete without Rockband and lets just say I was afraid all of the noise would make our landlord living above us crazy mad, but we didn't hear one complaint.
I had to wake up for work at 4am the next morning, but the party went on. I am glad that most everyone was able to make it and sad for those of you who couldn't. I liked it so much that we are sure to plan another one bigger and better than before in the near future. We will let everyone else have a turn first.
Parents in Town
So at the end of August my parents came into town. It was just over the holiday weekend, but it was nice for us to all get together. When I say all I mean those siblings that live in Utah. That now includes Me, Rachael, and Christin's family. We enjoyed sitting around, playing with the kids at the pool, and eating. We also enjoyed a great family dinner with the Martin Family. It was a large group of about 20 + pleople. I know my parents enjoyed themselves and depending where everyone ends up over the next little while we might even get more visits from them. To see the grandchildren of course.
I actually didn't have a picture of all of us at once so I just used this one taken one evening while having a picnic dinner. I would post some of the great pictures I got of Rachael, but I know she would kill me. Feel free to email me and I will let you see them....... JKCO Rachael!!!!
The Part of the World that Changed Me by Michelle Cardon
Ensenada, Mexico, August 2008
I have had the opportunity to travel to many different places and had decided that my next adventure needed to include humanitarian service. This adventure happened and it is an experience that I will never forget. Nettie, Dyana, Aubrey, Christina, and I found this organization called Family to Family Humanitarian Expedition and decided to sign up. We were a little bit nervous about the whole thing because we did not know what we were getting our selves into.
Nettie, Dyana, Tina, and I left a few days early to spend time with our brother, Cameron, and sister-in-law, Rachel. We had a wonderful visit with them. We filled our days with many adventures. Cameron picked us up from the airport and we went straight to the market place. We walked around for a minute and then ate breakfast at the famous crepe restaurant. We each got a huge fruit filled crepe. Mine included fresh bananas, strawberries, and nutella.
Rachel and Renee, Rachel’s mom, joined up with us and we went to the beach. It was so much fun. The water was a little cold but that did not stop us one bit. We played in the water for hours and then went to a pizza place for dinner and then made the 2 hour trip back to Marietta, California. It was a blast. The rest of the weekend was filled with more relaxing, eating, shopping, and talking. I loved it. Thanks Cameron and Rachel for letting us spend a few days with you.
Tuesday morning our humanitarian adventure started. We arrived at the Door of Faith Orphanage, were we would be staying for the next week, around 4 p.m. While the leaders arranged the activities for the week, we went down to meet the orphans. This orphanage was amazing. There are approximately 120 children at the place. The children are divided into “families” based on their age. Each “family” has house parents that take care of them. This orphanage is run solely off of private donations. Most of these orphans are children who are in foster care that don’t have any extended family members to take care of them. One thing that I realized after interacting with these children for a week was that they were missing the thing that is so important in our lives and that is a family. I don’t think that anything can replace a family. All of their physical needs were being meet but these children wanted more. They needed love. For hours, these children would let you hold them and rock them. It was truly a humbling experience. I am grateful for my family and for the love that they continuously give to me.
During the week we worked on four main projects. We were divided into four different groups and each day went to a different site for a new adventure. Everyday was filled with different adventures and you realized that you just had to go with the flow. Life is different in Mexico and things happen at a different pace.
The Hernandez Family of five lived in a very small plywood one room home (approx. 12x12). They built their house approximately five years ago, which is the usual life span of a plywood home. We surprised them on Wednesday morning and told them we were here to help build them a new home out of cinderblocks. The parents burst into tears, their prayers had been answered. Later in the week the father bore his testimony and said that when we showed up and offered to help he was a little bit nervous because the group consisted on mostly women. But then throughout the week he realized that the women are the strength of the church and can do anything. We fell in love with this family. It was so hard to leave them. The two little boys bonded with Tina and were sad on the days that she was not working at their house. It is amazing to me that even though there was a language barrier, we were still able to communicate and show our love to them.
Jose, his wife, and their two children lived down the street from the orphanage. They also lived in a one room plywood house without electricity or running water. Kendon, the director of the group, had noticed this family on a previous trip and decided to stop and meet them one day. Kendon says that he likes to help people that don’t expect the help. This family was one of them. At the time, they had just a dirt floor and Kendon told them that we would like to pour them a cement floor. Well, when we arrived, the mother was outside sweeping the dirt and the father was so happy to tell us that he had worked extra long hours and had enough money to pour the cement floor himself and had done it a few weeks prior to our arrival. We told him we still wanted to help and offered to pour another cement pad next to their house and also dig and hole for a septic tank. He graciously accepted and we started to work. This father took pride in his home and even took the day off of work to make sure that we did everything just perfect. This was a sacrifice for him and his family. At his job, if you miss a day of work, you don’t get that days wage and you also get punished an additional ½ days wage. This humble father makes $30.00 a day a brick mason and walks 5 miles each way to work and home.
At the end of the week, we gave this family a lot of food, blankets, and pillows and told them to keep what they needed and then give the rest away to those in need. Kendon’s goal is to keep the ball of service rolling forward and hopes that the families served caught the vision of what this organization is all about.
Juanita, is an elderly single women who was in need of a retaining wall. She lives in a large community on a steep mountain side. Her home flooded every time it rained because of the run off from the rain on the dirt road. Juanita had a little clothing store connected to her home. Unfortunately, this little business did not receive any customers the whole time we were there. Juanita was so humble. She apologized for not having anything to give us but thanked us constantly for the work we were doing for her. She had really bad arthritis in her knees and used a cane to walk with but that did not stop her from helping. She was right there helping move the little rocks. She would also make sure that our water stayed in the shade and move our water bottles if the sun started to hit them. We were also able to pour her a new cement floor in her home. She was so grateful for our service.
The forth project was at the orphanage. We were asked to paint a few of the buildings. This orphanage uses bright colors everywhere. It is such a bright and happy place. We painted two buildings school bus yellow with a bright blue trim. We also spent a lot of time playing with the kids. We had a lot of different projects to do with the kids like making journals, blowing bubbles, painting nails, reading books, singing songs, playing games, and playing soccer and basketball. The children were a delight and of course the highlight of my trip. Kids radiate such happiness and joy. They make me so happy.
This was such an amazing trip for me and I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to serve the people of Ensenada. I am grateful to live in this country where we are free. We truly are a blessed people. Here is a list of the things that I learned from this experience:
1: Enjoy the simple things in life
2: Be positive
3: Be happy
4: Family matters most
5: Service brings happiness
6: Forget yourself and serve others
7: God loves everyone and is aware of each individual
8: Prayers are answered
9: Be grateful for all of your blessing
10:Life is short, enjoy it!
Most of all it was fun spending time with my best friends! Thanks girls.
I have had the opportunity to travel to many different places and had decided that my next adventure needed to include humanitarian service. This adventure happened and it is an experience that I will never forget. Nettie, Dyana, Aubrey, Christina, and I found this organization called Family to Family Humanitarian Expedition and decided to sign up. We were a little bit nervous about the whole thing because we did not know what we were getting our selves into.
Nettie, Dyana, Tina, and I left a few days early to spend time with our brother, Cameron, and sister-in-law, Rachel. We had a wonderful visit with them. We filled our days with many adventures. Cameron picked us up from the airport and we went straight to the market place. We walked around for a minute and then ate breakfast at the famous crepe restaurant. We each got a huge fruit filled crepe. Mine included fresh bananas, strawberries, and nutella.
Rachel and Renee, Rachel’s mom, joined up with us and we went to the beach. It was so much fun. The water was a little cold but that did not stop us one bit. We played in the water for hours and then went to a pizza place for dinner and then made the 2 hour trip back to Marietta, California. It was a blast. The rest of the weekend was filled with more relaxing, eating, shopping, and talking. I loved it. Thanks Cameron and Rachel for letting us spend a few days with you.
Tuesday morning our humanitarian adventure started. We arrived at the Door of Faith Orphanage, were we would be staying for the next week, around 4 p.m. While the leaders arranged the activities for the week, we went down to meet the orphans. This orphanage was amazing. There are approximately 120 children at the place. The children are divided into “families” based on their age. Each “family” has house parents that take care of them. This orphanage is run solely off of private donations. Most of these orphans are children who are in foster care that don’t have any extended family members to take care of them. One thing that I realized after interacting with these children for a week was that they were missing the thing that is so important in our lives and that is a family. I don’t think that anything can replace a family. All of their physical needs were being meet but these children wanted more. They needed love. For hours, these children would let you hold them and rock them. It was truly a humbling experience. I am grateful for my family and for the love that they continuously give to me.
During the week we worked on four main projects. We were divided into four different groups and each day went to a different site for a new adventure. Everyday was filled with different adventures and you realized that you just had to go with the flow. Life is different in Mexico and things happen at a different pace. The Hernandez Family of five lived in a very small plywood one room home (approx. 12x12). They built their house approximately five years ago, which is the usual life span of a plywood home. We surprised them on Wednesday morning and told them we were here to help build them a new home out of cinderblocks. The parents burst into tears, their prayers had been answered. Later in the week the father bore his testimony and said that when we showed up and offered to help he was a little bit nervous because the group consisted on mostly women. But then throughout the week he realized that the women are the strength of the church and can do anything. We fell in love with this family. It was so hard to leave them. The two little boys bonded with Tina and were sad on the days that she was not working at their house. It is amazing to me that even though there was a language barrier, we were still able to communicate and show our love to them.
Jose, his wife, and their two children lived down the street from the orphanage. They also lived in a one room plywood house without electricity or running water. Kendon, the director of the group, had noticed this family on a previous trip and decided to stop and meet them one day. Kendon says that he likes to help people that don’t expect the help. This family was one of them. At the time, they had just a dirt floor and Kendon told them that we would like to pour them a cement floor. Well, when we arrived, the mother was outside sweeping the dirt and the father was so happy to tell us that he had worked extra long hours and had enough money to pour the cement floor himself and had done it a few weeks prior to our arrival. We told him we still wanted to help and offered to pour another cement pad next to their house and also dig and hole for a septic tank. He graciously accepted and we started to work. This father took pride in his home and even took the day off of work to make sure that we did everything just perfect. This was a sacrifice for him and his family. At his job, if you miss a day of work, you don’t get that days wage and you also get punished an additional ½ days wage. This humble father makes $30.00 a day a brick mason and walks 5 miles each way to work and home. At the end of the week, we gave this family a lot of food, blankets, and pillows and told them to keep what they needed and then give the rest away to those in need. Kendon’s goal is to keep the ball of service rolling forward and hopes that the families served caught the vision of what this organization is all about.
Juanita, is an elderly single women who was in need of a retaining wall. She lives in a large community on a steep mountain side. Her home flooded every time it rained because of the run off from the rain on the dirt road. Juanita had a little clothing store connected to her home. Unfortunately, this little business did not receive any customers the whole time we were there. Juanita was so humble. She apologized for not having anything to give us but thanked us constantly for the work we were doing for her. She had really bad arthritis in her knees and used a cane to walk with but that did not stop her from helping. She was right there helping move the little rocks. She would also make sure that our water stayed in the shade and move our water bottles if the sun started to hit them. We were also able to pour her a new cement floor in her home. She was so grateful for our service. 
The forth project was at the orphanage. We were asked to paint a few of the buildings. This orphanage uses bright colors everywhere. It is such a bright and happy place. We painted two buildings school bus yellow with a bright blue trim. We also spent a lot of time playing with the kids. We had a lot of different projects to do with the kids like making journals, blowing bubbles, painting nails, reading books, singing songs, playing games, and playing soccer and basketball. The children were a delight and of course the highlight of my trip. Kids radiate such happiness and joy. They make me so happy. 
This was such an amazing trip for me and I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to serve the people of Ensenada. I am grateful to live in this country where we are free. We truly are a blessed people. Here is a list of the things that I learned from this experience:1: Enjoy the simple things in life
2: Be positive
3: Be happy
4: Family matters most
5: Service brings happiness
6: Forget yourself and serve others
7: God loves everyone and is aware of each individual
8: Prayers are answered
9: Be grateful for all of your blessing
10:Life is short, enjoy it!
Most of all it was fun spending time with my best friends! Thanks girls.
She's a Big Girl Now!!!!!!
So you remember the post I wrote about Michelle's job search and all the drama that happened there, well her next step was to take her boards and the result was.................... She PASSED!!!!! She couldn't believe it herself, but she did it. I knew she would do fine since she read her study manual twice, took each practice test twice, and listened to these expensive CDs over and over again, plus she is just soooooo smart. If this is news to you then feel free to give her a call, text, or email to congratulate her. Her worries of having to tell her new boss that she didn't pass are behind her and she can now relax.
Friday, August 8, 2008
On Broadway
Ok, so Broadway isn't exactly what it was, but we enjoyed it none the less. Since Michelle will be starting a new job, as described in a prior post, that won't allow her to have as much time off we decided to take a little vacation. The origional plan was to go somewhere like California, Oregon, or Arizona, but Michelle just got home from Oregon and is going to California for a few days on her way to Mexico. Arizona could have been an option, but Michelle realized she had to work this weekend and she wanted to be albe to focus on studying for Boards. She felt if we went to far it would affect her ability to study, but if we were closer to home she wouldn't have a problem.
After thinking for a little while we decided to go down to St. George to see two shows at the Tuacahn Theater. I booked a hotel and purchased tickets to The Sound of Music and Les Mis. We left on Wednesday morning and arrived just after 2pm.
After thinking for a little while we decided to go down to St. George to see two shows at the Tuacahn Theater. I booked a hotel and purchased tickets to The Sound of Music and Les Mis. We left on Wednesday morning and arrived just after 2pm.
There were only three thing on our list of things to do: Eat dinner with one of my mission companions, go to the Sound of Music, and Les Mis. Other than that we had nothing planned. Before the showing of The Sound of Music we met up with one of the first missionaries I trained, Travis Rosenberg. I have to tell you it was great to be able to talk about life and just pick up on our friendship where we left off almost five years earlier. We had a great time, but it was all too short. His wife wasn't able to come, but I assured him I wouldn't let another five years pass before we saw each other again.
Both The Sound of Music and Les Mis. turned out really well. I loved knowing all the songs and be able to sing a long under my breath. The theater is beautiful sitting in between the mountains of red rock. It was a bit warm, but usually around the later half of the production it would cool off.
Now you might be wondering what we did in between out three main events, well I hate to say this, but we ate, and ate, and ate some more. It seemed that every time we finished eating it was time to eat again. We did do a little shopping with no success and a lot of relaxing. It turned out to be a wonderful little vacation. We recommend everyone experience the Tuachan at least once in there life.
One more thing, just when I thought Michelle was done eating out the first thing she wanted to do when we almost home was to go to Wallaby's with her sisters and mom. Don't worry I managed to enjoy it.
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Bye, bye, part-time Hello full-time..... Sad
Although Michelle still has a little over two weeks to take her Nurse Practitioner Boards she has had quite the drama choosing a job. It all started almost a month ago when she was contacted by a pediatrician about a job opening in Provo as well as a former classmate telling her to apply for a position at Primary Children's in Salt Lake. One gave more flexibility in schedule, but a longer commute and less pay, while the other was full time, and included being on call, but was closer. The unfortunate part was that the Primaries job was taking too long making decisions over the final 4 for the position and when we thought she wasn't the one Michelle took the job in Provo. Now as luck would have it a few days later Primaries called Michelle and offered her the job. We weighed the pros and cons of both situations and after a few counteroffers and discussions Michelle couldn't turn down Primary Children's Medical Center. She will be working with the Cardiac Transplant Team dealing with children currently in heart failure waiting for a heart, those that actually get a transplant, she will get to be present during the operations, and I asked her to see if I could do the same, and those that have had a transplant. Since there are so many reasons a child could or does go into hear failure and it is a little more complicated than adult situations Michelle has a lot to learn, but she is up for the challenge. Perhaps the hardest thing for Michelle will be to work normal hours five days a week. Luckily for her she doesn't start for a month and since she already quit her job at Utah Valley she will have some time to relax, go to Oregon to visit her sister, California to visit her Brother, and Mexico for a humanitarian trip. Poor Michelle, how does she survive?..... If you see her congratulate her on the new job.
Who does a Triathalon?
My WIFE!!! Now it was actually a mini triathalon (Sorry, but I was corrected by my wife's sister. It was actually an Olympic triathalon.) called the Spudman in Burley, Idaho, but it was bigger than anything I have ever done before. It consisted of a 1 mile swim, 25 mile bike ride, and a 10k run. Now Michelle has already done a marathon and two 100 mile bike rides, but swimming has never been her thing. In fact everyone was afraid she wouldn't make it past the swim, including Michelle, but I thought she would do fine. We arrived in Burley the night before just after a few days in Island Park, Idaho. After a few hours of sleep Michelle and Aubrey were up bright and early, 6:15am, to get ready for their race which started at 7:40am. I dropped them off and then prepared myself to root them on during the bike ride. After a few hours of waiting I found both Michelle and Aubrey riding their bikes.
Michelle had made it past the swim and she looked good. Both Aubrey and finished the race in good time just about ten minutes apart from each other.
I am so proud of Michelle, Aubrey, and all the other crazy people out there.
Michelle had made it past the swim and she looked good. Both Aubrey and finished the race in good time just about ten minutes apart from each other.
I am so proud of Michelle, Aubrey, and all the other crazy people out there.
Dinner, Games, and a Movie
Over the last few weeks I have been watching the Next Food Network Star. It has been an intense few weeks as the finalists have triumphed and failed over the challenges placed before them. After Sunday nights finale I decided to make a dish prepaired by Aaron during his show pitch that won it all for him. It was flank steak marinaded in a rub of various spices over a mound of collard greens topped with fried plantains with a honey glaze. After eating the tasty dish we went to go to our wards young married's FHE. When we got there no one else had shown up because of the holiday weekend, so we came back home and decided to play a game, have dessert, and watch a movie.
Now most people when they are our age play games that stimulate the mind and challenge the participants to stretch their abilities and that is exactly what we did when we played operation. Yes, you heard me right, we played operation. Although Michelle has her Nurse Practitioner Degree I gave her a run for the money and won the game. It was great. I figure maybe I will go to med school and become a surgeon, although I don't think I will charge a patient $600 to remove an ice cream cone from their head.
The night was topped of with a bowl of ice cream and Shanghai Noon, a favorite of mine from college. Anyway it turned out to be a great night. We will have to play it again.
Now most people when they are our age play games that stimulate the mind and challenge the participants to stretch their abilities and that is exactly what we did when we played operation. Yes, you heard me right, we played operation. Although Michelle has her Nurse Practitioner Degree I gave her a run for the money and won the game. It was great. I figure maybe I will go to med school and become a surgeon, although I don't think I will charge a patient $600 to remove an ice cream cone from their head.
The night was topped of with a bowl of ice cream and Shanghai Noon, a favorite of mine from college. Anyway it turned out to be a great night. We will have to play it again.
Lions, Tigers, and Bears
Well just when I think I am going to get the chance to sleep in Michelle and I go on another adventure. This time it was with Dy, Brett, Shan, Jed, Scott, Brianne, and their two kids. Island Park, Idaho was our destination where Brett's parents had a time share. Now although we didn't see Lions, Tigers, or Bears we had a lot of fun.
We left after Michelle got off of work. We got in a little after midnight and after spending a few minutes talking to Dy and Brett who had been there since the Saturday before we pumped our air mattress up and got to sleep. The next morning Michelle and I relaxed and began to prepare our talks for the next Sunday while the others went on a 4 wheeler trip which ended up lasting five hours. After lunch Michelle, Dy, and I went on an hour ride. It was my first real time being on a 4 wheeler and it was great. We have decided to put it on our list of things to buy. I think it is number three before we have kids. Ok, that is just a joke.
Later that evening we went to Big Spring which is an actual natural spring with cool clear water filled with some huge fish. We enjoyed feeding the fish with the kids and acting like kids ourselves. These are the moments we live for.
Shan and Jed arrived later that night and we added another couple to the sleep over. We woke up early the next morning to head into Yellowstone to enjoy the great out doors. I had been the first time just the October of the year before and I was excited to see it again. We didn't get to see as many animals as we had before, but we made a few hikes that made for some great photo opportunities. We finished up the night with a little swim and a few rounds of Rockband, never leave home without it, before going to bed.
Friday morning we just vegged out and enjoyed the rest. To complete the trip we decided to float down the river. A few days earlier we checked out the distance and time it would take and it was a two to three hour five mile journey. We should have realized that by the way the water was moving it was going to take a little more time. We ended up spending about three and a half hours on the water. It was just a little too slow for us, but it added to the memories. Before heading to the condo we spotted the Martin's old van and couldn't resist taking a picture for the fam. When we got back to the condo Michelle and I packed up our stuff and made our way to the next adventure on our list, Burley, Idaho, but that is another blog to come.
All in all we enjoyed a great get away with great food, friends, and fun. We will have to do it again soon.
We left after Michelle got off of work. We got in a little after midnight and after spending a few minutes talking to Dy and Brett who had been there since the Saturday before we pumped our air mattress up and got to sleep. The next morning Michelle and I relaxed and began to prepare our talks for the next Sunday while the others went on a 4 wheeler trip which ended up lasting five hours. After lunch Michelle, Dy, and I went on an hour ride. It was my first real time being on a 4 wheeler and it was great. We have decided to put it on our list of things to buy. I think it is number three before we have kids. Ok, that is just a joke.
Later that evening we went to Big Spring which is an actual natural spring with cool clear water filled with some huge fish. We enjoyed feeding the fish with the kids and acting like kids ourselves. These are the moments we live for.
Shan and Jed arrived later that night and we added another couple to the sleep over. We woke up early the next morning to head into Yellowstone to enjoy the great out doors. I had been the first time just the October of the year before and I was excited to see it again. We didn't get to see as many animals as we had before, but we made a few hikes that made for some great photo opportunities. We finished up the night with a little swim and a few rounds of Rockband, never leave home without it, before going to bed.
Friday morning we just vegged out and enjoyed the rest. To complete the trip we decided to float down the river. A few days earlier we checked out the distance and time it would take and it was a two to three hour five mile journey. We should have realized that by the way the water was moving it was going to take a little more time. We ended up spending about three and a half hours on the water. It was just a little too slow for us, but it added to the memories. Before heading to the condo we spotted the Martin's old van and couldn't resist taking a picture for the fam. When we got back to the condo Michelle and I packed up our stuff and made our way to the next adventure on our list, Burley, Idaho, but that is another blog to come.
All in all we enjoyed a great get away with great food, friends, and fun. We will have to do it again soon.
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