Florida-Utah Gathering

Friday Night Fun

Regardless of where I am or what exciting sites there are to see... there is one thing I am certain of... People are more important than any place or thing. I absolutely LOVE people and have been blessed to be surrounded by the best people on earth. My life is so rich and full as a result of those who I have crossed paths with or continue to walk with daily. I thank the Lord daily for the influence of wonderful people! The impact on me and my family is eternal.

We enjoyed a Warm and Friendly Gathering on a Cold and Rainy Friday Night. The incredible Curt and Carmen graciously opened their home for this very enjoyable evening!

Warning.... This is the longest of the Utah Trip posts. Each photo is fun to look at and be reminded of many years of great memories. We baked Papa Murphy's Take and Bake Pizzas and enjoyed visiting. Jeffrey and Alison had to leave for his Mission Reunion, yet were able to visit a few minutes at the beginning and end of this Gathering.

For more details of our trip last weekend, check Curt and Carmen's Blog

Ian B and Micheal W.

Shauna, Ron, Dana D, Emily L, Carolann C, Ryan J, Becky J

Kendra
Dana D, Ian B, and Emily W
When I asked Ian if he was enjoying the BYU experience, he got a huge grin and said....
"You don't eeeeeeeven know!" He is such a great person, he deserves to have the time of his life, as do Dana and Emily. Rock strong young adults!
The Double Engagement Photo
Jeffrey, Alison, Stacia, and Keith
I can only imagine the conversation between Kendra and Jeffrey as Ron looks on.
Now let me say... it was WONDERFUL to see Cindy J and Ryan and Becky!!!!
It makes me realize how much I miss seeing them. I am so happy they are finding happiness in their new life and adventure in Utah. This is a first.... Cindy and me in a photo wearing WINTER clothes!!!
Michael W and Curt
Michael was visiting for General Conference from Florida with his dad, Bishop Watson, Brent, Melvin, Maverick, and Michelle's husband, Brett.
Emily W, Michael, and Dana were very happy to see each other. Emily's father is our Stake President, Dana and her family moved from our area to Jacksonville about 4-5 years ago. It was so good to catch up with Dana. I have always loved watching her grow.
Chris A and Ron

One of many group shots...

Becky,, Cindy,

Kendra, Carolann, Ryan, Chris, Tiffany (Chris' girlfriend)

Shane (Carmen's little brother)

Carmen before her kitchen was over taken by Pizzas, Sodas, and People!

Shane was loving the pizza and all the visitors.

Chris A and his girlfriend, Tiffany, from Seattle

Group Lovin' Shot

Carmen, Curt, Michael, Alison, Jeffrey

Kendra

Two Wellington Transplants in Utah..

Carolann C and Ryan J

Melynda (Carmen's sister) and Jeffrey enjoying fun time together! I absolutely love Melynda. I can relate to her on so many levels!

Ron, Carmen, Curt, And Kristina (my niece who is at BYU from New Jersey)

Bigger Group Photo

Ian, Dana, Michael

Shauna, Ron Curt, Kendra, Emily, Chris, Carolann, Ryan,Becky, Cindy

A very fun evening, indeed. Thank you to all who braved to cold, rainy weather and the crazy Utah Traffic to join us.