Utah Trip/Balloon Festival

A couple of weekends ago we went up to Utah to visit my dad. In Eden, where he lives, there is an enormous balloon festival. For him it is amazing because the hot air balloons lift off basically in his backyard. Some fly over his house and some almost land in his backyard. When they do land that close to his house everyone gets to watch the people let the air out of the balloon and put it away. Kade thought all of it was awesome. He really liked watching the balloons, especially the big energizer bunny balloon. This balloon is supposed to be bigger than the Statue of Liberty. When standing next to it, is sure did look like it was.

We didn't get to watch the balloons take off in the morning because it was raining like crazy. What a relief from the Vegas heat. Instead, we went out to breakfast with my Grandpa and Grandma Strickland. It was fun getting to visit with them and letting them see how big the boys are getting. Later in the day, the storm subsided and the clouds disappeared. At night the balloons do a night burn where all the balloons light their fire at the same time. It was pretty neat. These are some pictures I took of the boys watching it.

While up there I took some adorable pictures of Kyle. He is in that stage where he smiles really big for the camera. I love it!!!


Here are some pictures of my dad's backyard, his dog, Dee, and all of us. Even though this dog is a lot bigger than Chloe, Kade loved him (and so did Kyle).

Overall, we had a great time and what good for Eric to have a break from work. However, our trip was too short. Maybe next time we will be able to stay longer. It was also fantastic to see my dad. We hadn't seen him since he was down in Vegas when Kyle was born. Thanks dad for having us come up. We look forward to next time!

*Funny story from the trip I want to remember.....
About a month before Eric and I were teaching Kade what our names are. While we were up in Utah I was feeling sick from still being in the first trimester. I went into the restroom and Kade followed me in there. As I was leaning over the toilet he was patting my back saying "Mom are you ok?" He said that a few times. Finally he said "Are you ok Connie?" It was just so darn funny and cute how he said it. I started laughing and after that was feeling much better.