Soon, My husband will employ me. :). How interesting is that statement. Seth has been doing numerous interviews with Utah Ranchers and Professional/Policy Folks. He is suppose to transcribe all the interviews-but it takes a while-and it i starting to get backed up. His professor told him he could hire someone to do the transcribing for him. Guess who he picked (even though I've already told you)? ME! We've completed the paperwork and I'm somewhat employed with Utah State through my Hubs--my supervisor :)-I guess it shouldn't be much different than everyday life right? It will only be for a short period of time-but I thought it was a fun story to share with you all.
This past weekend Jay and Stephanie flew out to the West to visit with us. We had a very eventful-athletic-fun weekend with these two. After picking them up at 10:47 on Thursday-we made it home in enough time to be pooped and went straight to bed.
Friday we went out for a hike to Naomi's peak-which is up our Logan Canyon. Naomi's peak is the highest area in the Bear River Range-which (I guess) means it is pretty high. It's right at 10,000 feet, and has been by far the toughest hike Seth and I have encountered. We made Jay and Stephanie trek it with us-and they were certainly troopers. Seth and I have realized that hiking is definitely a challenge, but is ALWAYS worth the effort in the end-Naomi's peak no doubt fits in that category.
The furthest set of mountains are our Wellsville mountains-which are my favorite.
Here a few pictures of our hike.
The Group.
The boys.
The Girls.
Such a beautiful area.
These are always my favorite pictures.
After we completed our hike-we went to the lake for our picnic lunch. The hike took longer than we expected so we finally had our lunch about 330-4ish.
When we were done eating-Seth and I wanted to take these guys to see Bear Lake and a Raspberry Shake. (Unfortunately-Stephanie doesn't like Raspberries so she got a different type of shake-her taste buds missed out on a little bit of life).
The four of us at Bear Lake Overlook-After we had engulfed our milkshakes-all but little Miss Stephanie.
Typically, we were all beat from our 5 hour hike. We got back to our apt and just hung out. The next Day (Saturday) we went to Jackson Hole, WY and viewed the Teton's. The Teton's are one of my favorites-they are gorgeous and never look the same to me. We took them to the same place we went with Seth's parents. Took a boat over Jenny Lake to do a few hikes on the Teton's.
We were told to be careful because there have been bear sightings- Just don't get to close to the bear if you see it and you'll have nothing to worry about. The very FIRST thought Seth and I both had was my dad and his reaction to
1. this statement and 2. that we were still hiking in this area. Of course-I didn't think we would see an actual bear-that never happens in real life. WRONG--Mom, don't allow Dad to finish reading this blog from this point on! While hiking the people in front of us were looking at something and digging for cameras. Turning around telling us to be as quiet as possible-I begin to get worried. As we get closer they point to a bear-not 20 feet away. These idiots literally are standing 20 feet from a bear and are trying to snap a picture of it. First off-I knew the bear wouldn't come after me-it would definitely snatch these ignorant folks up for taking its picture from 20 feet away. I was worried about the other bears that certainly had to be somewhere close by.
Instantly my pace slows and I am looking for Seth to turn around and go the opposite direction. Jay and Stephanie continue walking by the folks-past the bear. Seth is directing me to come by and he would go behind me-but to be quiet and quickly move. I listened to my man-but my heart was racing and I wasn't a very happy camper at the moment. For the next few minutes all four of us hiked nonstop to put as much distance between us and that bear as we could. After a few minutes I look at Seth and we begin discussing how furious and freaked out my father will be when he hears this story. I walked 20 feet beside a bear--Scary and not much fun. Is it bad that I was half wishing the bear would scare the folks taking pictures with a mighty growl?
Anywho-We hiked up to Hidden Falls and Inspiration point. Here are a few more pictures.
I had to get a picture with the J-Bird. Of course he wasn't being serious in this pic.
We stayed the night in Jackson Hole, WY and had us a good ol time. Eating out and shopping. Stephanie and I both had to buy Jackson Hole shirts. On Sunday we traveled on back to Utah-enjoying a beautiful drive. The West is just amazing how gorgeous and different things are from the South. After we got home on Sunday we chilled out and eventually took our guests to the 'usual' spot on campus that we have taken every guest. I guess that is one of our 'must see traditions' we have started, and of course we forgot the camera for this-but we did go.
During their stay I decided to make a Lemon Blueberry Cake-just because I think it is delicious and it has always turned out attractive. Except this time of course. Half the bottom stuck to the pan for some odd reason. I caked the bad boy with butter so I have no clue why this could have happened. Anywho-it wasn't the best looking cake I've created, but mind you it was still scrumptious.
Have a good remaining week folks. Our days are staying warm and evenings are feeling like fall-perfect weather. Just so you know!
The Cook's :).
The furthest set of mountains are our Wellsville mountains-which are my favorite.
Here a few pictures of our hike.
Jay & Stephanie at a 'resting' point for pictures.
Seth and I have come up with 'code'-especially when we are hiking with other folks. It's not always 100% though. We usually will stop and say we need to take pictures-sometimes because it is beautiful-other times occur because we are pooped and need a break.
Stephanie on the rock-
After we completed our hike-we went to the lake for our picnic lunch. The hike took longer than we expected so we finally had our lunch about 330-4ish.
Our picnic view.
When we were done eating-Seth and I wanted to take these guys to see Bear Lake and a Raspberry Shake. (Unfortunately-Stephanie doesn't like Raspberries so she got a different type of shake-her taste buds missed out on a little bit of life).
Typically, we were all beat from our 5 hour hike. We got back to our apt and just hung out. The next Day (Saturday) we went to Jackson Hole, WY and viewed the Teton's. The Teton's are one of my favorites-they are gorgeous and never look the same to me. We took them to the same place we went with Seth's parents. Took a boat over Jenny Lake to do a few hikes on the Teton's.
We were told to be careful because there have been bear sightings- Just don't get to close to the bear if you see it and you'll have nothing to worry about. The very FIRST thought Seth and I both had was my dad and his reaction to
1. this statement and 2. that we were still hiking in this area. Of course-I didn't think we would see an actual bear-that never happens in real life. WRONG--Mom, don't allow Dad to finish reading this blog from this point on! While hiking the people in front of us were looking at something and digging for cameras. Turning around telling us to be as quiet as possible-I begin to get worried. As we get closer they point to a bear-not 20 feet away. These idiots literally are standing 20 feet from a bear and are trying to snap a picture of it. First off-I knew the bear wouldn't come after me-it would definitely snatch these ignorant folks up for taking its picture from 20 feet away. I was worried about the other bears that certainly had to be somewhere close by.
Instantly my pace slows and I am looking for Seth to turn around and go the opposite direction. Jay and Stephanie continue walking by the folks-past the bear. Seth is directing me to come by and he would go behind me-but to be quiet and quickly move. I listened to my man-but my heart was racing and I wasn't a very happy camper at the moment. For the next few minutes all four of us hiked nonstop to put as much distance between us and that bear as we could. After a few minutes I look at Seth and we begin discussing how furious and freaked out my father will be when he hears this story. I walked 20 feet beside a bear--Scary and not much fun. Is it bad that I was half wishing the bear would scare the folks taking pictures with a mighty growl?
Anywho-We hiked up to Hidden Falls and Inspiration point. Here are a few more pictures.
Hidden Falls Pic.
My Bear Protector :)-I think the Bear would have enjoyed that cute thing a tad more than me-Don't you?
Again-my favorite type of pictures. Seth checking out the Hidden Falls and Jay looking out over Inspiration Point.
The Teton's
Jay & Steph.
Happy Campers :). It was a beautiful day-beautiful place-somewhat beautiful people- Kidding.
We stayed the night in Jackson Hole, WY and had us a good ol time. Eating out and shopping. Stephanie and I both had to buy Jackson Hole shirts. On Sunday we traveled on back to Utah-enjoying a beautiful drive. The West is just amazing how gorgeous and different things are from the South. After we got home on Sunday we chilled out and eventually took our guests to the 'usual' spot on campus that we have taken every guest. I guess that is one of our 'must see traditions' we have started, and of course we forgot the camera for this-but we did go.
During their stay I decided to make a Lemon Blueberry Cake-just because I think it is delicious and it has always turned out attractive. Except this time of course. Half the bottom stuck to the pan for some odd reason. I caked the bad boy with butter so I have no clue why this could have happened. Anywho-it wasn't the best looking cake I've created, but mind you it was still scrumptious.
Gross looking cake but still yummy.
Overall it was an active but oh so fun weekend. After Seth dropped Jay and Stephanie off at the airport I got a text telling me he misses them already-misses the rest of his friends-and his family :). So-folks you are missed my Seth and I.
We don't currently have any potential bookers for future guests, but we are accepting offers and would recommend coming before the fearsome winter hits us. :).
Have a good remaining week folks. Our days are staying warm and evenings are feeling like fall-perfect weather. Just so you know!
The Cook's :).
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