Red Sox Fan

For those that know me it will come as no surprise that I was up "late" watching the end of the 2013 Baseball Season.  As a life long Red Sox fan it couldn't have ended any better and I, along with the rest of "Red Sox Nation" will enjoy the memories of this season.  As I watched the final outs I couldn't help but wish I lived a little closer to those I care about so I could celebrate with those I care about.

Celebrating 90 Years

I promised my Mom I would post the pictures I took while on a recent trip to my home town of Lehi, Utah.  The motivation behind the trip officially was to celebrate my Grandfather's 90th birthday.  Needing a break from work, missing my family and friends, and a real good deal on airfair didn't discourage me any either.  At anyrate...  here are the pictures.  Well... the ones worth posting.

Grandpa with his birthday hat on and one balloon.  I am sure he was excited to be wearing the hat... he didn't take it off the entire time so surely he enjoyed it.

My Dad and his Sister

Cousins!!

 I actually got a picture of Bill's family all together and, mostly, sitting still.  It didn't last long as a park is far too much temptation for little ones to ignore.

My Dad sharing a few words about his Dad. 

 Lexi and Grandpa (her Great Grandpa)

 Proof a cake was there, albeit temporarily.

 I love grandma's face in this picture.  Not sure what she is thinking but there seems to be a twinkle in her eye.  Maybe it is the hat.

Time for candy.  Bill brought a bunch of candy and we launched it in the air for the little ones to chase down.

 Candy from Heaven

 Yummy!

 Does it get any better than this? (Thanks Heather for Capturing this shot)

 More candy from the sky

 

I was very greatful for the opportunity I had to return home for this celebration.  As I have moved farther and farther away from what I still call Home I have, oddly enough, become closer to my cousins than I was before moving away.  I have been blessed greatly by their open acceptance of me and willingness to include in their homes and families.  This has made family reunions even more enjoyable than before as now I have a real connection with more than just my immediate family.