Utah Mom's Special Day

When I was in college, I was lucky enough to have one of my friend's Mom take me in and become my "Utah Mom." She fed me, let me live with her, and loved me as her own! I just love her and when she called a few months ago to tell us she had met someone and they were getting married, we couldn't be more excited for her! She deserves happiness and love more than anyone! So, of course, we booked tickets as soon as possible and used it as an excuse to have a long weekend in Utah!

We got in late Thursday night, and when we got to the house, MJ had to tell us all about her fiance, Mike! The next day, we all got ready, had a nice lunch at The Garden on the top of the Joseph Smith Memorial Building. Then it was wedding time! It was so great to see them be sealed and see such pure joy and happiness on MJ's face! We're so glad that we could be there for their special day.


MJ & Mike- the happy couple


Jarad & I, MJ & Mike, and my parents, Mary & Dave

The ring ceremony, and reception were exhausting but fun and the whole day turned out so wonderfully!

Saturday, we had a great breakfast at Cracker Barrel and also got to eat at one of our favorite places, Cafe Rio, with my parents and my uncle and his wife. My parents and Jarad and I also went to the new family history library across from Temple Square and found some pictures of my Dad's family that they were able to get copies of.


Jarad & I on Temple Square


Mom & Dad on Temple Square

Sadly, my parents had to head home Saturday afternoon. But that evening, we were able to get together with our dear friends, Cole & Maura and their little man, Crew. We hit up In & Out and Iceburg (we seriously ate so much food while we were there!) and then played a crazy game called Quelf. It is a seriously weird/crazy game! We laughed so hard at each other at the ridiculous things we had to do!


Cole had to be a mummy...


Maura had to stay under a blanket...


I had to do some sweet yoga moves...and Jarad lucked out with no picture of his craziness.


Cole & Maura and Jarad & I- so fun to hang with such good friends!

Sunday, we went to see Jarad's grandparents for a little while and return their slug-bug (Thank you Grandma & Grandpa!!).


Jarad sitting in his favorite chair at his grandparent's house. He really hopes to inherit it in the future. ;)


Grandma, Grandpa (with his Reverence Ranger badge!) and Jarad

Sunday night, we were able to spend the evening with some of my girls! Thanks Chrissy for hosting and it was so good to catch up and chat with my girls. Miss them!!


Mellie, Chrissy (holding Mr. Theo) and I

Monday, we had brunch with our pals Jenn & Ben at IHOP (more eating!). Thanks for making time for us- miss ya'll!


Jenn, myself & Jarad (Ben hates pictures so he quickly offered to be the photographer.)

The rest of the day was spent just hanging out with Tarina & Chris & Kate- we went to look at puppies and hit up Costco too.


Jarad, Kate & I- she was so silly all afternoon and we loved getting in some Kate-time!


Cole & Maura were able to come by and see us for a bit again before sadly, we had to get to the airport to come home. We had a great weekend and always L.O.V.E. being able to be in Salt Lake (it will always be one of our favorite places) and being able to spend time with some of our greatest friends and family! Hope to see you all soon!