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Camping at Lake Canyon: On the Town
This diner called Home Plate CafĂ© in Fairview had some fabulous breakfast! I got an omelet with all my favorite veggies and sausage, and it came with a side of biscuits and a…
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First Half Marathon
We did it!!!I finished my first half marathon faster than my goal, even on an injured knee 🎉 (2:03:47.4). Super proud of Leilani placing 2nd in her age group- she’s amazing! Had the…
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Galveston Girls Getaway
Celebrating 20 years of friendship and our birthdays with a “Mommy vacation”. It felt like such an accomplishment talking for a year with my BFF about doing this, saving up for it, and…
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Creating Joyous Memories with Summer Fun
I have been working on saying Yes more often and more deeply. It’s easier to do during summer when there’s less of a schedule, and I can feel ok with relaxing the rules…
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July 4th Part 1: Slate Canyon Hike
We started this tradition of hiking with our best friends during the pandemic when we lived with them. From the viewpoints at the top of Slate Canyon, we can see the entire valley…
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Snow Canyon
This State Park near St. George Utah had breathtaking landscapes of rock and lava that almost look painted. Our visit during a Spring Break camping trip included moments of sunshine, followed by snow…
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Cancun Mexico Family Vacation
Our first international family adventure was an unforgettable and epic week in tropical paradise! We bonded so much over splashing and laughing under the sun, eating delicious food, and taking in all the…
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You Know You’re From the AV When…
“Us A.V. rats ought to stick together” Somehow we ended up in the same area today and came from the same area states away. We all grew up in the same church Stake…
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My Best Friend’s Birthday Getaway
I would like you to meet my “Kindred Spirit”, Amanda. She gave me these framed photo booth pics this week, which capture the heart of our almost 20 years of friendship. For her…
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Dripping Rock
It’s my birthday, and a new hike is exactly how I’d like to celebrate! Even as locals of Utah County for years, this is the first time we’ve been to Dripping Rock trail.…
