Except for one
January 19th, 2010 by michelleSince finding out that 2 of my 3 my brothers were going to be in Utah, we spontaneously decided to drive down for the reunion as well (sort of cutting Nancy’s visit to Portland short, but at least we saved her a plane ticket that she can use later!). So kindly hosted by the Leavitt family, we were able to spend 2 days and 3 nights and together, goofing off, catching up, playing games, sleeping not so much, bowling, eating (always), watching the super late night showing of Avatar (yay!) and visiting campus.
Fortunately we were also able to attend the baby blessing of our newest nephew, Max Barker. Of course we hung out with Steve’s brothers as much as we could as well, fun times!

James, Michelle, Steve & little Max

Brian & Heidi with Alli, Kate, Austin and little Max

There was much pinball playing on Brian & Heidi’s newest toy in the basement!

Lilly dragged (a very willing) Ashlyn around to play everywhere she went

They held hands everywhere they went (and Nancy’s hand here for street crossing safety)

Ethan wasn’t feeling well most of the time, but on the last day finally came back to life

Isaac hasn’t changed a bit, well maybe a bit taller

James is still a bullfighting ball of energy!

It was fun to finally meet Jaxon, who smiled on command, banana in mouth and all

It was imperative to do the Tree of Life photo as well








After the Tang & Barker fun, we headed up to Rexburg (did you know it was only a bit over a 3 hour drive?!) to visit Bryan & Danielle for a day and 2 nights. Steve wanted to take a walk down memory lane through the former Rick’s College campus, now BYU-Idaho. Of course as we walked around, not many memories were stimulated since much of the campus has changed dramatically since Steve attended back in 1993 and 1996.

One of Steve’s fondest memories

Rexburg temple

Bryan
We did some cheap indoor climbing one night, that was a lot of fun. Makes us want to climb again! I think it actually helped my hand and grip strength to do that! Another reason to do it again!

Steve

Peter with Danielle belaying

Bryan

Michelle

Danielle

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