Wednesday, September 9, 2009

Labor day weekend in Utah

We took a quick vacation to Southern Utah for Labor Day weekend. It was James' 30th high school reunion (as well as Peach Days in Hurricane and a trip to preview the sights for our upcoming young women temple trip).
We visited Pioneer Park in St. George - a gorgeous area overlooking the city, the temple and with a beautiful backdrop of red rock. We hope to have a devotional here when we return in a few weeks:


On Sunday we got to go to church as a family! Since James is on the high council he has only gone to sacrament meeting with us twice since he received his call in June. It was extra special that he shared his testimony during fast and testimony meeting.


Always a highlight when we go to Southern Utah to visit James' mom! She is an amazing woman and blesses our lives immensely.



The Sullivans invited us to Sunday dinner at their family cabin. It was a fun retreat to the woods and cooler weather for all. I enjoyed the beautiful green on the drive.


Molly and Ryan going for a ride with Uncle Terry...


The cousins playing games together.

Aunt Patty made all the kids pajama pants! They were a huge hit - the kids all love them.

It took us eight hours to get there and about ten hours to get home but worth every minute of it.

4 comments:

Cindy Jo said...

Seems like you're closer when you visit Utah, somehow makes me sad. Miss you. miss you.

Claire said...

We enjoyed your visit!
It is always just too short

Melaney said...

Your family looks happy and healthy. Of course I love seeing Molly without her braces. My image of her is still smiling big with those pretty silvers. Say hi to everyone for us!

Heather Mae the DIY Gal said...

Cori- for studio portraits: to to rey2cute.squarespace.com Reyna does Senior pictures among other things. Reyna used to be in my ward before moving to Del Lago. She is in Cienega ward now. Reyna will do pictures in her home studio or meet in different locations. You can also contact her at rey2cute@yahoo.com

The other local is Ashlie, but she is pretty booked for the year, and she is expecting. Reyna is more flexible and available, plus I like her style for senior pictures. (different poses, settings, clothing change, personality poses etc)