What fun Jon and I had in Phoenix for a week of business/pleasure! We were able to accomplish a lot looking at areas we are interested in relocating to in the future and diverse homes/floor plans that we like. It was a treat once again being surrounded by palm trees and cactus, sunshine and blue sky! We went slumming one evening in an attempt to find a hole in the wall Mexican restaurant. We made it out alive, with our limbs intact, after dining in a seedy area but where the food, though simply served, was both authentic and delicious haha.
Our resort was lovely and it was delightful being wined and dined each evening by Jon's vendor's. In spite of dealing with several job related crisis we were able to enjoy ourselves immensely. I especially got a kick out of all of the men who continually wanted an opportunity to meet with him; it was as if he were a Mafia boss calling the shots :) As his company is the largest purchaser of the commodities he buys most everyone wanted a chance to begin a dialog with him in hope of being awarded a contract at some point in time.
The following week I spent in Utah as I wanted to spend some quality time with mom, and Cam. Cam's work and class schedule is erratic but we were able to enjoy one anothers company and fit a lot in during the time we had together. We enjoyed many long, heartfelt conversations, a girls night, movies, and clubbing (just kidding). It was such a treat being with the kids, making wedding plans, talking about Cam's upcoming interviews in Vegas for two possible positions upon graduation this spring and just being silly together!
Also, visiting mom was enjoyable; she continues to be very happy and content and remains cheerful with a fun sense of humor. I was able to take her on outings such as out to breakfast with family, on a beautiful ride up AF canyon, to see the temple as well as to many near and dear places she remembered from her childhood. While there she enjoyed a delightful Halloween party, a family who performed musical and vocal numbers one evening and sacrament meeting on site. Mother has a sweet friend and together they continually pat one anothers hands, and sit by each other during meals and while watching TV; it is heartwarming!
I didn't get to visit as many family and friends as I would have liked but time permitting I was able to accomplish most of what I set out to do while there considering that mom and the kids were my priority. As always the rugged mountains, dome of blue sky and beautiful LDS temples always take my breath away. (Photos will be posted soon)
Our resort was lovely and it was delightful being wined and dined each evening by Jon's vendor's. In spite of dealing with several job related crisis we were able to enjoy ourselves immensely. I especially got a kick out of all of the men who continually wanted an opportunity to meet with him; it was as if he were a Mafia boss calling the shots :) As his company is the largest purchaser of the commodities he buys most everyone wanted a chance to begin a dialog with him in hope of being awarded a contract at some point in time.
The following week I spent in Utah as I wanted to spend some quality time with mom, and Cam. Cam's work and class schedule is erratic but we were able to enjoy one anothers company and fit a lot in during the time we had together. We enjoyed many long, heartfelt conversations, a girls night, movies, and clubbing (just kidding). It was such a treat being with the kids, making wedding plans, talking about Cam's upcoming interviews in Vegas for two possible positions upon graduation this spring and just being silly together!
Also, visiting mom was enjoyable; she continues to be very happy and content and remains cheerful with a fun sense of humor. I was able to take her on outings such as out to breakfast with family, on a beautiful ride up AF canyon, to see the temple as well as to many near and dear places she remembered from her childhood. While there she enjoyed a delightful Halloween party, a family who performed musical and vocal numbers one evening and sacrament meeting on site. Mother has a sweet friend and together they continually pat one anothers hands, and sit by each other during meals and while watching TV; it is heartwarming!
I didn't get to visit as many family and friends as I would have liked but time permitting I was able to accomplish most of what I set out to do while there considering that mom and the kids were my priority. As always the rugged mountains, dome of blue sky and beautiful LDS temples always take my breath away. (Photos will be posted soon)
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