Monday, July 6, 2009

Thanks Grandpa and Grandma

I am now in my 30's.  Yes, shocking I know, but I still remember going to Fruitland, Utah on a very regular basis while the cabin was being built. I was quite young but I remember we would stay in grandpa and grandma's trailer at night, and explore the terrain all day.  That's how it all started.  When the cabin was finished it officially became the coolest place to go and Jeff and I were the envy of all our friends.  Grandpa was always making improvements to the cabin and making sure we were having a good time.  Grandma was always making sure our bellies were full of the most unhealthy treats a grandma could provide (fried chicken, chocolate doughnuts, candy, soda, and so much more).  It was heaven on earth.  Sometimes we were going 100 miles an hour hiking, boating, sledding, and 4-wheeling.  And sometimes we just sat on the porch for hours watching the chipmunks, squirrels, and birds as they feasted on the treats grandma left for them.  Over the years the memories have grown and so has our family.  Now it is my turn to help build the memories with my kids, but it won't be the same.  You see, grandma died a few years ago and grandpa's time here on earth is short.  But despite the pain and heartache, I will always have the memories of grandpa and grandma at the cabin and when I think of that, I smile.