April Randomness

Randomness. Again...

I was really struggling with my goal at this point, so I pulled up some fun words to keep on my phone.  I have always loved quotes, and words, and typography.  If you don't believe me, just check out which boards on pinterest have the most pins. It is by far quotes, and words. (and recipes too, I love food too.)

Also in April we got to spend the weekend sans kids in Zion National Park.  One of my all time favorite places.  We went with our friends Chris & Annalaura Solomon and their friend Brie, and hiked the Subway.  By far one of the hardest things I have ever done.  In every way exhausting.  Mentally, physically, emotionally.  But so glad I did it! It was one of those times I realized in my life that I can do hard things! So empowering! This is the view from our campsite.  Gorgeous doesn't even begin to describe it.

Off we go!  Mr, Chris, Annalaura, Brieanna, and Eric.

We had playdates with friends!  This is Paige and Carlie exploring at the treehouse at the University Mall.

I had no less than five different people ask me for this recipe for black bean salsa.  I finally just took a picture and emailed/texted it out to everyone who wanted it.

LOVE this quote.

My wonderful parents celebrated 40 years of marriage. We were able to do an endowment session in the Salt Lake Temple with them and my sisters and their spouses.  It was such a great day.

Our crazy little monkey!

Messy face!

Eric was out of town, spending time with his dad before he passed away, during General Conference.  So I had a long week with these two little girls.  But we made Conference fun on Sunday by setting up this tent in the living room, and we talked about King Benjamin. (Mosiah 2:5-6)  I was really surprised that it actually entertained Paige more that Hallie.  But I was actually able to listen to some talks.  It was definitely worth it.  

We also went up to Salt Lake City and sat on Temple Square to listen to Conference for one session.  Again totally worth it.  The girls absolutely loved it.  We packed a lunch, and just enjoyed the afternoon. Extra bonus, it was absolutely beautiful with all the Spring flowers.

Our little red head got tired of walking at Target, but the cart was full, so she just climbed underneath.  Our little goofy girl!  While her sister tried to stand up in the front of the cart.

Love this one too.