Peru Trip - Finally !!

Peru Trip

Click on the picture to view ALL of our pics from our wonderful visit to Peru. Click on Slideshow. If they are transitioning too fast, you can adjust and click to forward. I've tried to list info in the captions to explain what is happening. Enjoy !
Our Itinerary
Friday - Flight from SLC to Atlanta to Lima, Peru
Saturday - Meet with President Perez, Eat as Bistecca, Bowl with Office missionaries, attend Lima Peru temple.
Sunday - Two sacrament meetings and visiting with members
Monday - Fly to Pucallpa, meet with members
Tuesday - Drive to Campo Verde, volleyball tournament, ward activity
Wednesday - Back to Lima, tour with Karla, meeting with members in their homes
Thursday - Fly to Cuzco, drive to ruins, train to Agua Caliente
Friday - Bus to Machu Picchu, explore MP, return via train to Cuzco
Saturday - Tour around Cuzco, fly back to Lima,
Sunday/Monday - Return home

Worth Reading

Click here - you won't be disappointed.

Rich Family Party

One of these days, the pictures I BUG people to let me take........MAY be appreciated :)

Santa brought the boys toy lazer guns.........they had a blast !

I've been taking pics of these three for YEARS.....
Wish I could put my hand on pics when they were toddlers,
my how they've grown. And the MIDDLE one is going to be a daddy !!
Congrats Jared and Shaina!!

We waited and waited for Kelly to come on over.......
and then he goes and closes his eyes !!

All the little ones with Santa.

Happy together........

We are Home !!

Our trip was a wonderful experience. The very best parts were when we could meet with the members and the missionaries. Machu Picchu PALED in comparison, and I'm not joking. I'm working on getting pictures posted in the next couple of days. Please be patient :)

Landon and Gwen are headed to Peru

We are off the airport !!

Our flight leaves at 7 am, then 4 hours to Atlanta, 5 hour lay over, and 7-8? hours to Lima, arriving at 11:30? pm or so......

Saturday we will meet with President & Hermana Perez and Carolina in the morning at their home (apartment) and then meet with the office crew and the Perez's at Bistecca !! for lunch. Then Lima temple in the afternoon evening, and church and meeting with families in Lima on Sunday.

We will fly to Pucallpa (the jungle) on Monday/Tuesday, back to Lima on Wednesday (more meeting and visiting), then fly to Cuzco/Machu Picchu on Thursday/Friday, and back to Lima on Saturday, leaving EARLY Sunday morning 12:30 am for home.

Should get back in SLC at about 12:30 pm on Sunday. We are so excited. We promise to take a lot of pics, and plan a full report :)

Everybody be safe and have fun while we are gone!

The Annual Fire Picture :)

We lit the burn pile on fire, just like we do every year on Thanksgiving. It was covered in snow and sure smoked alot, but finally got going. Unfortunately Mark and his family were not able to be here this year :( Enjoy the pics !!

Erika and Aaron and family, with Thea (exchange student from Germany)

Manda and Cam
(visiting from Arizona)

Zac and CJ

Our family

Landon & Kacey

Mom and Dad with Gwen and Erika

The Hike that wasn't meant to be.......

A few weeks ago, my good friend Teresa and I decided to hike Angel's Landing in Zion National Park. I just KNEW I could do it. Well to say the least, I was humbled.

It wasn't so much the fear of heights. It was the fear of death :) One missed step, one slipped grip on the chain, one trip..........and there are NO SECOND CHANCES.


Check out all of the pictures here.

At least my family is not facing this.

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone !

What are YOU thankful for ?

Our Two Cams

We had a great time in Vegas with these two and their parents last weekend. Hopefully I can get all of the pictures posted soon. I couldn't wait with these two.

Fun day with the kids

Grandpa Roger chasing the boys and throwing leaves,
what a great Grandpa !

You can't tell it, but there is a 10' drop off....
What I mean to say, is that when you push the swing to it's highest point.........
if you fell out, you'd fall at LEAST 10' to the ground, maybe 12 or 13 !!

Tagg sees Treyson swinging, and he wants a turn.
We don't push him very high - I promise :O)

All the Fam Dam
Sorry the sun was so bright guys !

Upcoming trip

Camryn is excited for us our trip to Vegas to meet them.
So are we !!
We're going to stay at Excalibur, and swim in the pool, and attend the "King's Tournament", where we will root for our knight, and eat food with our fingers.
It should be a great trip.

The Bug has Bitten...........

No - not the H1N1 virus...........
The Genealogy Bug !

This "bug" can keep you at the computer for 4 hours straight, then after heading to bed and tossing and turning, and thinking (I just can't turn my brain off !!), I get back up for another 2 hour stint! Now here I am 4 1/2 hours later.........writing about it.

After only working for 4 days.........and starting VERY slowly, and being a "little" frustrated......(You know what I mean Sherie :) I have 28 NAMES ready to take to the temple to have work done.

I thought ALL of my family history work was complete by OTHER people. You know, we all have them.........Aunt Teresa, Grandma Tonks, Mom.............. I thought there would be NOTHING left for me to do - BOY WAS I WRONG !

I was jealous of Richard and Susan and Lorraine. How great would it be to be doing work for MY ancestors, and having a PERSONAL connection at the temple when I attend? Now I will know!

I still have MANY questions, and will be bugging Richard and Susan for help with my 6 pages of questions (I wrote them down).

I have been having "withdrawals" leaving Landon's blog. I have found a CURE :) I am one happy woman !

**If you want to catch the bug too, this is what you need.
1. Your church membership number
2. Your confirmation date

Then you go here to get started.

And more from our gang in Arizona !

Who could they be ?????

Cam and Cam :)

With Brendon too !

Brendon and Manda

With the candy bags, out for a treat !

More fun Halloween Pics............

Dallin Peterson and Landon
Big Baby and Big-Butted Hillbilly
Ready for the Singles Ward Halloween Activity

Lando and "The Missing Link"

Tagg the Turkey

CJ and Zac

Scary Things at OUR HOUSE

Christel = Vampiress?
Zac = Grumpy Old Man ;)
Tagg = Turkey (you should hear him gobble :)
Treyson = The Missing Link (from Aliens vs. Monsters)...........
Personally, I think he looks just like a SWAMP MONSTER ;)

Ready for Halloween in Arizona !

Finally - Birthday pics for Treyson

I finally got the pics from the camera to the computer - sorry they are so blurry. I won't be using that camera again any time soon !!

Treyson is 4 years old :O

He had a combination Spiderman/Batman Birthday theme

Tagg - what a cutie.

The Birthday Boy

Whoops - how did this picture get in here ;) ??

Best part !

Facebook Fun

1. What was the last thing you put in your mouth?
Mozzarella Cheese Stick

2. Where was your profile picture taken?
Chubbock, ID at a missionary parent get together in August 2008

3. Can you play Guitar Hero?
Yes, if it's on easy.

4. Name someone who made you laugh today?
Roger D.

5. How late did you stay up last night and why?
11:00 pm, on the computer of course.

6. If you could move somewhere else, would you?
Yes, just across the valley :)

7. Ever been kissed under fireworks?
Uh, no.....

8. Which of your friends lives closest to you on FaceBook?
Lori Birt

9. Do you believe exes can be friends?
Yes, if they both work at it.

10. How do you feel about Dr. Pepper?
I don't drink pop, and if I did it would be Pepsi or Diet Coke.

11. When was the last time you cried really hard?
It will be this coming Wednesday, I'm sure !

12. Who took your profile picture?
Another missionary mom

13. Who was the last person you took a picture of?
Grandkids, I think.

14. Was yesterday better than today?
No ! I was at work, and today I worked at home.

15. Can you live a day without TV?
Yes - I did today !

16. Are you upset about anything?
Nope

17. Do you think relationships are ever really worth it?
Yes

18. Are you a bad influence?
I don't think so.

19. Night out or night in?
Night in.

20. What items could you not go without during the day?
My computer, food, water.

21. Who was the last person you visited in the hospital?
Roger D. last February with his knee operation.

22. What does the last text message in your inbox say?
Steph, was telling me about something.

23. How do you feel about your life right now?
Great!

24. Do you hate anyone?
No

25. If we were to look in your FaceBook inbox, what would we find?
Not much.

26. Say you were given a drug test right now, would you pass?
YEP!!

27. Has anyone ever called you perfect before?
No, but I'm married to Mr. Perfect.

28. What song is stuck in your head?
O Divine Redeemer

29. If someone knocks on your window at 2:00 a.m., who do you want it to be?
Santa Claus

30. Wanna have grand kids before you’re 50.
That would be a yes :)

31. Name something you have to do tomorrow.
Scrub my kitchen cupboards.

32. Do you think too much or too little?
TOO MUCH - no doubt about it.

O Divine Redeemer - Favorite Conference Song

I didn't appreciate this the first time. My good friend mentioned that it was an OUTSTANDING moment for her at conference. I listened a second time.....still didn't FULLY appreciate it. Looked up the words.......listened again. LOVE IT !!

Take 6 minutes. Push play. Read the words. Enjoy the Spirit.


Ah, turn me not away, receive me though unworthy.
Ah, turn me not away, receive me though unworthy.
Hear Thou my cry, hear Thou my cry,
Behold, Lord, my distress!

Answer me from Thy throne,
Haste Thee, Lord, to mine aid!
Thy pity show in my deep anguish, Thy pity show in my deep anguish.
Let not the sword of vengeance smite me,
Though righteous Thine anger, O Lord!

Shield me in danger, O regard me!
On Thee, Lord, alone will I call!

O divine Redeemer, O divine Redeemer!
I pray thee grant me pardon, And remember not
Remember not my sins!
Forgive me!

O divine Redeemer! I pray Thee, grant me pardon
And remember not, remember not, O Lord, my sins!

Night gathers round my soul
Fearful, I cry to Thee,
Come to mine aid, O Lord!
Haste Thee, Lord, haste to help me!

Hear my cry, hear my cry
Save me, Lord in Thy mercy;
Hear my cry, hear my cry!
Come and save me, O Lord!

O divine Redeemer! O divine Redeemer!
I pray Thee, grant me pardon, and remember not
Remember not, O Lord, my sins!

Save in the day of retribution
From death shield Thou me, O my God!
O divine Redeemer, have mercy!
Help me Savior!

I am thankful that Landon will be coming home in 5 days !! I will be SO SO happy to see him, and HUG him after two years.

I am thankful this is my last day at work until October 26th. I need PLENTY of time to get my house in order and PLENTY of time to enjoy him for a few days.

I am thankful for FALL WEATHER today. Have you EVER seen such a glorious day? The colors are beautiful. I love this time of year.

The Alphabet - My life :)

A: Addiction: My computer
B: Breakfast: 9 grain cereal (hot) with bananas & blueberries
C: Chocolate or Chips: Chocolate. Chocolate chips.
D: Dessert or Appetizers: Appetizers
E: Essential Items: Computer
F: Favorite Color: Don't have a favorite
G: Gummy Bears or Gummy Worms: Neither
H: Hometown: Morgan, Utah
I: Indulgence: Sleeping in
J: January or July: July
K: Kids: Love them !
L: Life isn't complete without: Family
M: Most exciting memory: Hiking the Subway/Narrows
N: Number of Brothers and Sisters: 2 brothers, 2 sisters
O: Oranges or Apples: Oranges
P: Phobias or Fears: Duh???? Bees/Wasps
Q: Quote: Come What May And Love It - Joseph B. Wirthlin
R: Reading: Book of Mormon
S: Summer or Spring: Summer
T: Tag 6 people: Nope
U: Unknown Fact About Me: I worry alot (haha - you knew that!)
V: Vacation I want to go on: Peru, with my returned missionary
W: Walking or Running: Walking
X: X-Ray or Ultrasound: Neither
Y: Your favorite food: Pizza
Z: Zoo or Bowling: Zoo

My Favorite Conference Talk

Cold Fun Day

You might remember that my camera is no more.........., I'm awaiting Landon's arrival home, when he will bring me his "old" camera. 10 more days - YAHOO !!! For Landon, not the new camera (haha).

I pulled out my old digital camera to take pics of Treyson's birthday, but I'm still trying to come up with a cable to hook the camera to my computer to download the pics..... hopefully I'll get them done soon.

Mom took pics couple of weeks ago, and again today. She emailed me the pics, and I've posted the best ones here. Enjoy!

This picture was taken about 3 weeks ago. The day was warm, as you can tell. Grandpa borrowed the little trackhoe from Kendell's next door. Zac ran it, and only had a "little" problem when he tried to straddle the trench....... Nothing that Walter Boyce's big front end loader can't fix. He had to be "up-righted" and pulled out of the trench. No more straddling.......

Today was COLD, but we were down at the property putting in the sprinkling system. Treyson got a fishing pole (Spiderman edition) and tried it out. Grandpa D helped, and NO LIE, first cast, a fish was caught. A nice German Brown. Treyson reeled it in. He spent the rest of the day fishing, and so did CJ, but no luck.

Tagg loves (finally) Treyson's new jeep. They run up and down the road from Grandma D's to the property and back. So much fun !!

Tagg didn't know WHAT to think about the fish. He kept his distance, but I did finally get him to touch a fin with his finger.

Grandma fed Zac and Grandpa breakfast (eggs, bacon, hash brown, toast, etc.).
I brought over a big kettle of chili for lunch, and we had homemade pizza for supper..........., along with THE FISH !! Grandpa showed CJ just how to "gut" it, and Grandma showed CJ just how to cook it. We all had a piece - except Roger D. He's not a fish man :)