Quick trip to St. George

Our family decided last minute Sunday night to go to St. George to visit David's parents. I am so glad we went. We left at 8 pm and got there at midnight. Traveling at night, for a short time, is perfect because the kids sleep most of the way! We went hiking up some cool red rock and had an absolutely stunning view of St. George and the temple. The kids did pretty well. Jason was completely terrified to go up and he was screaming most of the way while David carried him. Then he settled down once he was on top. Next time we will bring our hiking shoes! Sandals aren't the best for climbing. After lunch we went and swam at the pool in their community. No one else was there and so it felt like our very own! Cameron and Melanie got to practice some more of their swimming skills and Alyssa and Jason mostly stayed in the wading pool part. It was so relaxing! We left at 8:30 that night and got home late as well. I'm exhausted today, but so glad we got to go! Thank you Chuck and Carol for a fun, quick trip. I'm excited to go back already!!

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Mikaela said…
That sounds like a fun, quick trip. I still can't believe that Chuck and Carol aren't in the NW. I still have a hard time believing they're not in Connell, and they haven't beent here in a few years! :)
September 8, 2009 at 1:48 PM
Candace and Brian said…
We LOVE St. George. It's an 8 hour drive for us though so we don't make it often. Glad you had fun!
September 8, 2009 at 8:35 PM
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