Adventures
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6 Ideas for a Simple Summer Trip to Utah
Another summer visit with cousins! Last time we met up with them in Southern Utah. I had so much fun visiting with my Arizona brother and his family, as well as my NorCal…
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First Summer Camp
What an adventure for our daughter L! Her school district offered a summer camp for 5th graders, so we talked with some of her friends in the neighborhood from school and they all…
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Summer Diaries: Water Play
Day 19 of “Waiting For Dad to Come Home”. We call each other every day. He’s been able to see the progress of my lawn mowing in the yard, the empty loft before…
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Summer Diaries
Day 11 of Single Parenthood during Jer’s trip to school across the country working on his Master’s program. I’ve regressed into my survival state as a Night Owl. This is going to be…
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Camping at Twin Lake
We went camping as a family with our dear friends for the first time! The Manti-La Sal National Forest was gorgeous with layers of evergreen and deciduous trees, switchbacks, and several lakes. Our…
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Springtime Happenings 2022
Here are a few notable recent happenings: Soccer Girl L’s confidence grew so much during this season even if it was the shortest one she’s had. The coach had practice every week and…
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Family Night Hike
Not sure how Jer comes up with these brilliant ideas, but he decided to go for a night hike with the kids in Payson Canyon. The kids loved using their flashlights to check…
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10 Reasons to Become a Soccer Mom
Soccer season is almost here, and I’ll soon have 3 kids ages 4-10 on the field having games 4 days a week! It’s crazy, but I love it!! Jeremy filled my head with…
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When to Visit Me in Utah
Best time of year to visit Utah? The weather is not too hot and not too cold in April-May (Spring) or September-October (Fall). Here’s my Visitor’s Guide to Utah for all seasons! I’ve…
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Turkeys, Tigers, and Trees- Oh My
My youngest sister was able to spend Thanksgiving with us before moving back to California! The kids couldn’t stop asking me when we were going to pick her up. I brought them all…