Spring Break

In AZ, our kids go to school almost year round. They have about an 8 week summer and then 2 weeks for fall break in October and 2 weeks for spring break in March. At first I thought it was too much to have that time off during the year, but have actually enjoyed the breaks very much. Not only is school off, sports, music and any other activity is also put on hold for a couple of weeks.

This year, we spent the bulk of our break in Utah! I had not been "home" in over a year so it was REALLY nice to visit. The boys had a fantastic time. They especially enjoyed all their time with Ampa.

Ampa took them to the Dinosaur Museum, Hill Air Force Base, a visit to Granny C's, several park trips and played with them endlessly. He is so good with them and said he loved every minute he had with the boys. I am so thankful for my dad--they adore him :).

My dad INSISTED on taking them to the Dinosaur Museum and the Air Force base alone. He claims they act differently when I am not around (I am sure "differently" could be defined as crazy, insane, out of control--you take your pic :).) Nonetheless, he wanted to do it, so after some hesistation, I let him. They made it back unharmed and in one piece so I couldn't ask for more than that. The only war wound was when Seth plowed over Logan with the stroller leaving a goose egg on his little forehead.

While in Utah, I also got to see some of my longest and best friends! I could talk for hours to these girls and never run out of things to say (which is what we did!) We also got our kids together to play and that was a lot of fun. It is crazy to think that I have been friends with these two as high school cheerleaders, through college roommates, weddings and 3 kids each (Lins due with her third in Sept.) We have been through so much together and I love them with all my heart!

Although we had lots of events going on, the main reason for going to Utah was to attend Dane's baby blessing in Logan.

Ben gave him a wonderful blessing and I was glad we could be there for it. I can't believe Dane is already 6 weeks--wow, time flies! Here are some darling pics Lalani took of Dane for his upcoming baby announcement (so cute!):

On the way to and from my dad's house, we stopped in Cedar. We only got to see Matt's fam for what seems like a minute, but it was still great to hug them all and visit for a little bit. It was a fabulous trip!