Andrew and Ally at conference Earlier this month, Andrew and I took Ally to Salt Lake for her 9th birthday to attend general conference. It was a first for all three of us. I have to admit, we've only stepped foot in Utah maybe 4 times before (what kind of Mormons are we???) And, each time was just a quick trip in to Temple Square on the free shuttle from the airport in between flights. Anyway, this time we really spent some time around the area and can I say it is SO gorgeous in the fall (all you Utah girls have been keeping this a secret!) We drove up to Park City (which I loved!) and walked, shopped, ate, and attended a literacy festival. Ally got to meet the children's author/illustrator, Peter Reynolds, and get his autograph. We also attended a creative writing class (should I admit that when I'm so NOT creative?) Then we headed to "This is the Place Park." It was very moving to stand where the early saints came in - especially after reading "Fire of the Covenant" with my book group.
We also had fun sitting on our friends' deck and counting all the white steeples. There's like a chapel on every block! For all you pizza lovers, you've got to eat at this place called 'The Pie." It was delicious. And, conference was fabulous. Ally was most impressed by when President Hinckley entered the room and the complete silence that occurred. It was a great vacation. Thank you grandpa and grandma for staying home with Nicholas, Natalie, and Adam. You guys are the best!
4 comments:
What a fun trip. Lynnette said that she saw you there. We are hoping to take Eli to conference for his 12th birthday this april. I've eaten pizza at the Pie before and it is YUMMY!
Yay!!! I LOVE your blog! Very chic! Your conference trip sounds so fun. I am jealous! What a special trip for Ally. Yes...Utah is AMAZING in the fall. I am so homesick at this time of year...Hum...perhaps I shall write a blog about it!! :) My family lived outside of Park City for about 5 years...during the early years of our marriage. We had a blast! And those outlets...how I miss them. My brother worked at many of them while in high school and then managed a few after HS. I miss the discount (Gap, Vans, Banana Republic, Old Navy, Fossil). And as for the Pie...an old favorite haunt! Glad you had fun!
I remember when I was at BYU and had an opportunity to sing with the combined choirs for one of the sessions of conference. Seeing all of the general authorities, but particularly President Hinkley, really solidifies a testimony. Those men just have an aura about them of goodness. I'm glad you got to go!
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