After ward council and at-home church, we went to Blackfoot for the afternoon. We were able to ride up with my sister who was going to visit her in-laws. It was perfect because we were able to say goodbye to Mark’s brother and his family just before they moved to California for PA school. It’s was fun visiting the Bell family and also having time to chat with my sister and her boys during the drive (her husband and daughter weren’t able to come because of work).
Mark worked in his office Tuesday and Wednesday this week because it rained so much. He went to the refuge the other days. They haven’t found nearly as many birds nests as they did last year. It’s just been too dry, and many nests have been destroyed by predators.
We decided to call Saturday “puppy Father’s Day” to celebrate Mark. When I finished teaching English, we hiked the Bonneville Shoreline trail. This is my favorite hike. Not only because it’s flat (though that is a huge selling point) but because I love the view of the valley. Also, it’s amazing to think about the massive lake that used to be here.
Mark chose pizza from firehouse pizzeria for lunch. We ordered online and did a curbside pickup. It turns out you get a much bigger side salad getting food to go! And the pizza was yummy, as always.
The extended Murray Family did a last minute picnic Saturday night. We were full from pizza but we went to visit. I’ve definitely missed seeing everyone!!
Our Story: The Bell Family 