Homeless, hardly

While we were living with my parents, we had lots of fun even though we were stressed.  We were loved and well taken care of, and the fact is that the future is always unknown.... it's just that the unknown was a little too overwhelming sometimes.

We played outside a lot, at first, when the weather was warm.  Hazel's skin had an introductory period during which she broke out into hives from the Utah grass.  Luckily she got over that.

We hung out with my brother when he wasn't busy working.  

 And the kids got lots of Grandma and Grandpa time.  

My dad kept all the kids in continual supply of Hotwheels.

My mom kept us all in continual supply of delicious, nourishing food.

                               Everyone begged Dad to make popcorn every night. 

I visited friends.  I was able to meet up with Lana before and after she gave birth to her first child.   

 

 At Lizzy's house, I harvested some kale with my brother.  

And, although not pictured, I was grateful to run into an old high school friend and schedule a few playdates with her and her kids.  Thanks Lydia, for the date night, too!

I enjoyed the Weber River Parkway in Riverdale, a lot.  I love paved paths away from traffic.  My kids can go pretty crazy with their bikes, and I attempted to run alongside sometimes.

We cheered on Tyler's Dad after finishing a 50 mile race.  Crazy awesome.

My mom whipped up a new bedding set for the crib that has been in our family since she was little.  Hazel puts her baby to bed every night.

My parents' neighbors did something really amazing and kind.  They gave us complete access to their backyard, which has a trampoline.  Any time, any day, we could just open their back gate and jump around.  And we did, pretty much everyday that the weather was good.  What a life saver!

I am grateful we have loving family and friends to help us out when we need it.