"When the family gets together . . ."

It was a busy, whirlwind kind of last few days. Mom and I flew out Wednesday night - the traffic was light, the airport was not crowded, the flight came in early - Charley found us by the luggage carousel - and then we ran into Leslie, Tom and family as we were calling Donna to get Leslie's cell phone number! The stars were all lined up just right!

We stayed at the downtown Salt Lake Hilton Hotel in nice accommodations - at very reasonable rates, thanks to Fred's sister Linda, who works for Hilton. Tom, Leslie and crew and Joan and Fred were on the Executive floor - while Mom and I were 8 floors down- but with the speedy elevators, we hardly noticed.

I took lots of pictures - and lots happened - but it's late - and we have Stake Conference tomorrow, so I will just start with a few pix and go into detail tomorrow.

On a sad note, Uncle Steve did die today - shortly after we arrived back in Long Beach. But Mom was able to see him every day we were there, and she said her goodbyes today just before we left. What is sad is the void his death leaves in the lives of his children. We pray that they will find peace and comfort in many good memories.

On a very happy note, the wedding was lovely, Anthony looked great, the reception was fun and Joey announced his engagement. I've included a picture of the bride and groom, a family shot from the reception, with Anthony on the left, a shot of Joey and Mercy, his bride-to-be, with Grandma Clayton, and a shot of Grandma with our good friend Kay Gavin - it was great to visit with her and Nancy.

Stay tuned!