We were so excited to take the Cox family to the Madsen family cabin on the West Mountain. Everyone had such a great time. The kids enjoyed riding 4-wheelers, playing games, going for hikes, shooting guns, and looking for the elk. Friday night Gary rounded up almost the entire family to play a game of softball in the meadow. The uneven ground, hidden rocks, and the fact that we weren't playing with any mits were a bit of a challenge, but that wouldn't stop a game of baseball in this family!
The only major mishaps for this trip were the flat tires...yes there were several. Suzanne and Mike both got one on their way up to the cabin; Ralph got one on his 4-wheeler on the way back down; and then Suzanne got a second flat tire on her way back down in a different vehicle! A little too ironic, don't you think?!
The cousins spent most of their time playing in the treehouse. They absolutely loved pretending it was their house and the 4-wheelers were their cars.
On our ride home from the cabin, Alan and I had Jalen in the jeep. Once we got off the canyon rode and started driving onto the highway, we were going much faster. Jalen did NOT like the wind that created on his face. So this was the resolution, keeping a shirt tucked in around his face. He rode this way for at least 45 minutes...yes, he was awake the whole time, and no we weren't just trying to keep him quiet! The look of it is a little creepy but it's what he insisted!
During the month of July while I stayed in Utah with the kids, Alan spent most of this time either traveling for work, or home alone in Surprise. He was such a trooper! Despite all the stress and challenges he was experiencing at work, he remained positive and supportive for us being in Utah. The kids and I are so grateful for his unselfishness in allowing us to stay. The kids were able to spend some real quality time with all their grandparents and cousins, enjoy the beautiful summer weather, and create long-lasting memories. Thank you Alan! We love you!
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