I loved the sound of the falls...it was beautiful and the water seemed so dangerous and rapid. If you look closely, the last photo shows a few workers rebuilding the bridge down below.
I thought this was an interesting plant. The grove is peaceful and I believed somewhere in that grove our Heavenly Father and Savior appeared to a young boy (who was also my 4th great grand uncle...his older brother Hyrum is my 4th great grandfather). It felt like walking on Temple Grounds.
One of my favorite moments was leaving the Sacred Grove and viewing the temple and Angel Moroni. How appropiate that the Smith Farm would look towards the Holy Temple.
This was my favorite memory. The photo above is the Smith Home. It was not the original house but the location of the home is correct. One of Bob's favorite tour guides (an older missionary) met us along the paths and gave us a tour on the farm and shared interesting stories. Our last stop was this home...I was fascinated to know my ancestors walked on these grounds and lived in this home. 
When we went upstairs to the room Joseph received his first vision, my heart began to beat a little faster and my eyes filled up with tears. The spirit was strong and it testified to me that these events did happen. Sometimes the greatest knowledge comes from what you feel in your heart.
Last stop was Hill Cumorah...We entered the Visitors Center and met the sister missionaries. After a short movie, we walked to the monument. This is the location Moroni (AD 421), buried the golden plates which recorded the history of his people. In 1827 Moroni returned to this hill as an angel and delivered the plates to Joseph Smith, who translated and published them as the Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ.
As we were walking up the hill, Bob told me joining the church would be like joining another skating club! I told the church is much easier...At this point, Bob had his fill of missionaries and movies...he needed a drink (and not a decaffeinated drink).
Senior Prom with his date, Jasmine.
They had a great time...
The next morning Taylor went to Jasmine's house and cooked her family breakfast.
Taylor moved out a year ago in May. He has finally settled down and lives with a roommate attending the University of Utah. Taylor is working hard and paying rent. He plans to attend Salt Lake Community College and continue his film studies.
Getting old is not always a great joy but it's worth it when you reunite with the youth you served over 15 years ago!!! The past weekend we had James McQuoid and his cute family stay with us. Everyone enjoyed our time with Little McQuoid (3 years old)...He would not leave Jordan alone! 
He is a busy boy...just like his father!
Her last day is June 29, 2009!!!
This is Jordan's "I am getting ticked off" look towards Tanner.
It is difficult to accept how quickly they have grown, it is also difficult to accept the boys awful hair! Tanner is getting it cut on Monday...
As we were leaving church, the boys were around a sweet grandma who was having fun reuniting with Taylor. I overheard Tanner describing to Sister Kunz how she too can have gauges like Taylor!
Despite our challenging year with Taylor, I must admit I am so proud of our relationship and his relationship with Jordan and Tanner. During sacrament, another sweet older couple sitting behind us told me how much she enjoyed watching Taylor and Jordan care for each other.
We also had a great dinner with Missy and the Sister Missionaries. I made dinner and it wasn't even a struggle! 
I am blessed and filled with gratitude for this incredible family I have!
The last photo was taken the 2nd night. Our family had a great time! It seems after the ice show each year, life suddenly takes a faster pace! Her choreographer is in town finishing her new program, she is getting ready to take two more tests with US Figure Skating, dresses are being designed and time to break in new boots along with all the summer registration forms for upcoming competitions! 
Don the music man with Jason as the announcer.
Don and Jason team up for many skating events...
A little tradition...Jordan and her sweet little girlfriend always find time to dance a hoe down!
2008 Ice Show
2009 Ice Show
It's that time of year again...the annual Ice Show!
Taylor helped as one of the spotlighters. He is doing terrific. Taylor has a new job, new roommate, one credit left in high school and then off to college!
Tanner later arrived and as usual kept us laughing!
My plan for the next month is to take normal family photos!
Jordan and I after the 1st night of the ice show. Jordan skated a solo to the music "No Air".
Jordan, Cordero and De
Jordan and her sweet friend, De.
One more night...
