The Quickest and Longest Road Trip Ever

We got up at three o'clock Thursday morning. We packed the van and left at four, headed for Utah. A dear friend had passed away and the memorial service was to be held on Saturday in Salt Lake City. On Saturday, we had time to see Aunt Chrissy, Nadeen, the Bailey's, and of course, Harold's wife, Jeannine and his daughter, Amy. Then, Sunday morning we drove back. Quite exhuasting but we were very grateful we had the chance to go.

Harold was a wonderful man who showed great love and friendship to our family, especially to my sweet parents. I guess he is with them now, which is comforting, but he will be missed.

Despite the very sad reason for the trip and the fact that there was not sufficent time to see all those we wished we could see or do all we wished we could do, it was great to see the Colbys, Nadeen, the Baileys, and Aunt Chrissy.


The kids were so great, despite the long journey. We were all so happy to get home Sunday night. It truly was one of those "home sweet home" moments. Anyway, we jumped right back into life and so far, the week if off to a good start. To those Utah friends we didn't get to see, we hope to do another Utah trip next spring---this time for more than 48 hours!