Even in the face of the ongoing Covid pandemic, or maybe in response to the pandemic, 2021 for me has turned out to be a gem. Since it was packed year, I have lots to reflect upon.
OKLAHOMA-TEXAS RIVALRY IN UTAH?
What are the odds of this happening in Orem, UT? When I came out from the gym today I noticed that parked next to me was a most undesirable thing - a car with a University of Texas license plate on it.
The Wrestling Cheerleader
In the span of 2 hours, my amazing daughter, Juju who is a senior, competed in a wrestling meet on the Mountain View High School JV wrestling team and then, after her match, she hustled into the cheer room, got cleaned up a bit, put on her cheer uniform and joined her fellow cheerleaders on the floor to cheer on their Varsity classmates in their wrestling meet.
Grandma’s Chocolate Chip Coffee Cake
One of things that she does super well is cook. One of the best things she makes is a heavenly chocolate chip coffee cake. I have had it since childhood. I cannot remember a time in my life when I did not know about it and I don't want to think of my life without it!
30-Year Blast from the Past
Shortly after the call ended, I received an alert email from Google saying they found my name in the news today. When I opened the email, this is what I saw...
The Canyon Overfloweth
Provo Canyon is overflowing with Fall photos!!
Falling Down on Upper Falls
When we made it to the clearing at the bottom of the rock scree near the falls. One of the rescuers called out to see if anyone would respond. We heard a sound and saw something behind the brush right up agains the base of the cliff.
Return to the Scene of the Color
After seeing all the fun I have had for the past week getting out into the Utah fall foliage, Ann said she wanted to go see it first hand.
38 Miles of Fall Glory
While the loop is only 38 miles, it took me over 3 hours to complete the journey. Somehow I was distracted by all the photos I had to take.
FIVE FABULOUS FALL fOTO FUN DAYS
Little did I know that I was hitting the sweet spot on that day. As soon as I got into Provo Canyon, I could tell there was a plenty of color. As I drove east into Heber, the color was intensifying. I was beginning to feel that I was in for a special treat.
The Umenum 