Summer Vacation--The End

Andrea and Tyler came to Grandma's house in SLC for a farewell dinner.

Thanks Grandma & Grandpa!

We had a lovely visit!

They will be coming to Yuma in October for Erin's baptism,

so we'll see them again relatively soon.

Saturday morning, we left bright and early and took Grandma Tsukamoto with us since she needed a vacation. Hence the reason for bringing Amelia back with us too--our plan was to drive Grandma T down using her car, then have Arthur and Amelia drive her back when he is done with the field work in July. 

On the way, we stopped in Mapleton to say "hi" to Hal.

 His garden rivals the Crooks' garden.

We got some peas and a cabbage.

 The drive back to Yuma was uneventful other than we saw a few forest fires along the way.

Summer Vacation--Part IV

The Ostergars were so sweet to plan a BBQ potluck dinner especially for us.

They invited the Crooks and the Woodlands. 

The children were all mesmerized by their adorable new puppies.

  

 Other dog, Jones, still got attention from the older girls.

 

We admired their chicken coop.

 Next time we visit, they'll be producing their own eggs!

 Friday morning, our trip was at an end, and it was time to head back south.

Kevin & Jim

Dixie, April, & Jennifer

 Ian, Luke, & Andrew

Melody & Erin

 

 Megan, Amelia, & Emily refused to pose for a final photo.

 We had to take one of the Crooks' fabulous garden.

And, surprise! We stole Amelia and took her with us! 

Details as to why will be given later...

(Needless to say, Megan was elated.)