Last week, my mom and I ventured to the city to visit my sister and her family. Seriously, nothing gets me more excited than knowing I'm going to see her beautiful face and have her three princesses around me. Her husband is a serious catch and I love being with him as well. We are truly blessed! Of course, my nieces adore me... as I am their favorite Aunt ;). Just ask them, they will tell you! We were able to just hang out and eat yummy food. We also got to spend time with my Grandma Ollie who is a serious firecracker. She is one awesome grandma.
I had two VERY memorable experiences while I was there. Although Pai's birthday was in June... I finally took her out on her birthday date. Yes, slacker Aunt. I never forgot... we just were always so busy on all our previous trips. Anywho, Pai wanted to go out for Chinese so... Chinese it was! She entertained me with lots of laughs and hysterical comments which were true Paityn style. She is one in a million.
My sister and I were able to attend the temple together. Our Grandma Helen had asked us to do her temple work before she passed away. So, we spent time together in the most peaceful and amazing place in the world... with grandma present. The spirit was VERY strong and I felt just as if she was sitting beside us. I know she was. I will never forget that experience and look forward to when my sister and I can return again together to finish up her work.
We ran our kids all over... and of course... they were exhausted. (see below)
I can't wait to go back and visit again SOON! From the very SECOND I leave I get so sad and homesick for them. I miss them EVERY day and wish I could see them more often. They make my heart so happy. One of the best things to witness is
Roo and
Danzer together. They are true buddies. Loving, kissing, and hugging each other. It's the cutest thing in the world. My two oldest nieces also adore
Danzer and it seriously melts my heart. I think my sister and Tanner think he's pretty awesome too ;). I just can't believe sometimes that I am so lucky to have a family like this. I am truly, truly blessed!
And today, he officially retired! I am so stinkin' happy for him and my mom. This is a huge step in their lives. It's also weird... that my parents are at this stage of life. They seem much too young. My dad has worked for Utah Power for 40-ish years. Something that is unheard of these days. He started there in his early 20's and has worked hard every single days since then. Although my dad probably doesn't realize it... he has taught me a lot about work ethics. He taught me to work hard at every job, to do it right, the first time (if possible), even if no one is watching... and to take pride in a job well done. I'm very very appreciative to him for this example. Of course, this is just one tiny reason why I look up to him. There is a whole universe of reasons to look up to this man. But this blog is much too small to house them all. So I will end with a CONGRATS dad! You did it! Now you kick your feet up and relax! (that is, unless we need help on the farm ;) ). LOVE YOU!
