It’s a lovely Saturday morning in Orem, Utah. I flew back last night and the flight was early! It was snowing. I’m sure those two facts didn’t have anything to do with each other, however. There isn’t a lot of snow on the ground, the snow is very fluffy, and the ground isn’t cold enough yet for it to stick anywhere except on trees and grass.

We’ll leave tomorrow morning early in order to get through the mountains in daylight. It’s supposed to warm up tomorrow — into the mid 50’s.

We’ve enjoyed our time here in Utah. Nina feels that we haven’t been here nearly long enough. She’s enjoyed the opportunity to visit with the grandchildren and with old friends. Being here in the RV has also worked out quite well. Nina has figured out the best sleeping arrangement for her. It’s been cold enough that the furnace is getting a good workout. Hopefully there’s enough propane to get through the night tonight. We won’t need it again until we go on the next trip. As it looks right now, that trip won’t be until next year.

We’re headed to Arizona for Christmas. No RV on that trip as there’s no place to put it while we’re there. The company has decided to shut down during the holiday. I’ve already scheduled all of the days off except one. No problem — we’ll just take another day of vacation! I’m sure we can find something to do with that day. However, having to take that time off is a bit ominous … revenue must not be coming in as expected. Third quarter was just OK and that’s usually our best quarter of the year. I’d like for business to get a whole bunch better as I’m looking for a $25 stock price!!

Today is a busy day and the reason that we’re here. Danielle is being baptized this afternoon (pictures to come). All the grandparents are here for the event. She’s the last of Heather’s family to be baptized. Stephanie played in a piano recital this morning. She played two duets with her piano teacher and played very well. She has a lovely talent — and not just at the piano. She’ll be singing a song at Danielle’s baptism this afternoon. Stephanie just seems to excel at everything she does. Stephanie is on the right and her piano teacher is in the red dress. Recitals are a bit different here than I’m used to. Students not only play, but get evaluated by other teachers. It’s hard enough to play well and adding the judging to it must really add to the stress.

Every once in a while a little snow shower breaks out, but the snow is melting faster than it comes down from the sky. It’s a lovely day in Utah!