Carla and I took some time off to visit Utah, celebrate Elizabeth’s birthday, and meet Taylor’s parents. We drove up on Monday, October 26. The next day, Elizabeth’s birthday, we had a tasty lunch with her at Maria Bonita in Orem and also visited with John’s family.

A profile like his dad’s

Wednesday, Carla and I searched the Murray cemetery for some of her ancestors. We found some.

Ancestors of Carla

We also found this tombstone for a child named by Joseph Smith:

Tombstone for Mahonri Moriancumer Cahoon

Back in Orem that afternoon, I bought some Red Wing work boots. That night, we ate with Cleo at Sweet and Savory.

Thursday, we explored Springville and environs, and ended up at the lovely Hobble Creek Golf Course. That evening, we met the Rasmussens for dinner with Cleo and Taylor at Carvers in Sandy, and enjoyed good company and the food.

We drove back to California the next day. Roger was there for the Hallowe’en weekend, and we treated ourselves to dinner from The Habit Burger Grill.