With three of our four kids and their families in Texas, the summer months provide lots of opportunities for small family gatherings. In July of 2021, we enjoyed several spontaneous small gatherings. For starters, we went bowling with the Johnsons.
Later in the month, while Chelsea and kids were visiting, we took Holly and Knox to Tanner's family birthday celebration at Benihana's. The kids were all fascinated with the cook's acrobatic cooking style. After lunch, we took a ride around The Woodlands on the trolley.
A few days later, I tagged along with the Johnsons to the Children's Museum in Houston, where we met up with Michael's family. Everyone, including adults, had a blast.
In between all this fun, Bob and I flew to Utah for a week to spend some time with family there. When we arrived the evening of July 16, 2021, we drove straight to the Oquirrh LDS Temple, where some of the Hill Family had gathered with my nephew, Tyler, in preparation for his mission service. The sunset behind the temple was gorgeous. Naturally, frozen custard was a fitting end to the evening.
In Murray, we played games with Elly, and Max at the Nickelmania. We enjoyed Bobby's grilling - yum . . . chicken, peaches and asparagus!
We always enjoy visiting my Aunt Linda and Uncle Dell, who stay forever young! And it was fun to catch up with our "Woodlands" friend, Jane and see her beautiful new home.
On our final day in Utah, Bob and I took the grandkids to the "This is the Place" Heritage Park in Salt Lake City. The location of the park is where, on July 24, 1847, Brigham Young first saw the Salt Lake Valley and declared it to be the place he had been shown in a vision that the Saints should settle, and eventually establish the headquarters of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. There were all kinds of festivities going on to commemorate the July 24th Pioneer Day celebration. Panning for minerals and gemstones in the creek was our favorite activity. We had a great time with Linley, Max, and Elly!
With gratitude for all the sacrifices made by our pioneer ancestors, we give thanks for the many blessings we enjoy. Our generations of family (that includes friends) in Utah, and the diverse beauty of this state are among some of our most cherished gifts!
Keep reading to see our big July adventure in southern Utah for a few days. The fun will be memorialized in the next post.
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