"Frontrunner," the new commuter train that runs from Ogden to Salt Lake City, had its opening day while we were in Utah. They were offering free rides, so the boys rode south with Grandpa Draper while Kara and Daniel took the van on I-15 and met them in Salt Lake. We enjoyed being able to visit with family in friends in Utah. Eventually it was time to load up the car once again, however, and head to our next destination, Colorado Springs. We were able to see several dear friends, attend our old ward, and enjoy the company, meals, and hospitality at Dwayne's grandparents'.

Next stop was Kansas. Dwayne's parents always put so much thought and effort into making their time with the grandkids meaningful and memorable. Dwayne's dad took the boys to the dollar store to pick out a toy, and they came home with these "water-squirters." A well-spent dollar, if you ask me. They entertained them for hours during that visit and for weeks later as we spent time at the pool.


Riding the go-cart was probably the highlight of Simon's summer. Stuart was a little less enthusiastic at first, but warmed right up to the idea after a couple of rounds in the church parking lot.