Some high lites from our, San Francisco trip, July 11-18 2014

Golden Gate Park Flower gardens.

Golden Gate Bridge, we walked part way across, looking down was a sight, and the bridge moves.

Too many buildings and twice as many cars, a lot of traffic. We drove around for a few days, mostly looking for places to park.

 Proof that we were there, and reminder for those who have been there also. Great view.

Shopping is a great past time, reminders of the beach.

We drove down Lombard street, just for the thrill.

China town, streets, shops and people, people, people... Selling things we can only image what it was or is...

Our Camp trip to Pine Valley

We planned a Camping trip in Pine Valley, Utah. We were able to have our children who lived close enough come with us. We went June 20-22 and had two wonderful days. Corinne got to sleep in a tent, on the ground, ask her about it. Neil, Sara and their girls came up from Henderson, Nev. Chad, Kelcie and Eli rounded out our group. What a treat to have our grandchildren there and watching them have fun. We look forward to many more times like these.

Pioneer Trek

June 6-8 2013 We went along on a pioneer trek with some 200 youth and 75 adults. We had a wonderful time with activities, cooking, games and pulling. The trek was from New Harmony to Pinto Utah. The trek covered some 18 miles, and beautiful country. We slept under the stars, on a tarp, with thin sleeping bags. Hot days, cold nights, and memories of a life time. When asked if we would do it again, both of us said, "YES."  Here are just a few pictures.

Easter Weekend traditions

We love to go to the St. George Art Festival,  held in the town square on the weekend of Easter. Wonderful paintings, sculptures, and art of many kinds. Here are a few of those that impressed us this year.  

These Dolphins would go well in Julie's yard.

 These trees were from brass and other metals welded together to depict Bonsai trees

This spider is just one of many rock and metal pieces, merged to make art. (I could do this)

Then their is the art of Expression....

Great time for all.......Wish you were here...

Four Generations

We took some pictures when Waldo was here, and this one covers four generations. Waldo with Eli (Chad's son 7 months old)

Where's Waldo?

Waldo is 91, and Aunt Delma is 96 yrs. old. These are their children, what a bunch of youngsters.

Sherry's dad Waldo Howard came to visit and we tried to show him a good time. Waldo will be 92 in May and hasn't been to Utah for ten years. It was great to see him here and spend some time with him. If you guessed where he is at, check your answers. (written backwards- liart kraP noiZ,      yarrH ytriD sa yellaV renraW)

Elder Ethan Schmalz, starts missionary service

Before we took pictures, a group of excited Elders that were on their way to the temple greeted Ethan saying "Welcome Elder where are you going on your mission?"

  In front of the Provo, Utah Temple.

We dropped Ethan off at the curb at the MTC in Provo Utah 12 September 2012.  Our quick goodbyes and the Host Elder escorted Ethan away.  No time for lengthy emotional fair-wells.