Home Sweet Home

I have such fond memories of growing up in Price (Utah); life seemed so carefree and fun! As much as I joke about Price, I have a special place for it in my life. It is my home!! As Justin and I create our own home for our family, I can't forget about the place that shaped my life.

A few weeks ago, I took Jackson and Bowen down to Price to visit Grandma and Grandpa Bailey. This is a major treat for Jackson. He's always asking when our next visit to Price will be. It is a treat for me, not only because I get to be around my parents, but because the happiness it brings Jackson is so fun to see. He is on "cloud nine" the whole time! Seeing him like this a few weeks ago really touched me. I had 18 years to grow this attached, yet he feels the love of this special place at only 3 years old.

I've reflected on this a lot the past few weeks and realize the importance of good homes. My parents are such a great example of this. Through the lonely years of college, I went home for comfort and love. Through the "tough-8-weeks-after-having-a-baby" :), I went home with my kids for comfort and love. And now, for a fun weekend away, we go home to Price. Jackson put it so well on our last visit, "Grandma loves me so much!" My kids adore my parents, and they adore going to their home. I hope that Justin and I can continue to create a home where there is an abundance of love and where our kids will always consider it home! So, in a journaling tribute to Price, and to those of you who wonder what we do in Price, read on and enjoy!

The "Must-Do" List for each visit to Price:

Hitting the ball off the tee in the backyard; Grandpa Bailey must be present for this because he get such a kick out of how far Jackson hits the ball.

Visiting Sandy the Dog and helping Grandpa feed her.

Reaquainting time with all the toys!

Go to Sonic everyday for a drink.

Visit Dino Mine Park and the skate park--usually daily.

At least drive past the baseball fields.

Make a treat with Grandma Bailey.

Watch Ice Age (we can't get enough of that movie!)

Visit Grandpa at his office.

Anticipate Grandpa's arrival from work--then giggle and hide when he comes in.

Sit on Grandpa's lap for a bedtime snack.

Eat Grandma's cooking--Jackson is the best eater in Price (that probably says something about my cooking)

Visit the famous Dog Hill at the top of my parent's street.
Bowen and Jackson enjoy being the center of attention with their Grandma and Grandpa Bailey