Category Archives: Lewis Family

More Interesting Old Things. More Sorting and Thinning

Here are a few more things I want to remember and document.  First, this silver belonged to my Mom.  I never remember her using it.  I have offered it to Leslie, my sister-in-law.  She can pass it on to her … Continue reading →

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Family Fun at Bridal Veil Falls

We had a week with the kids and then they left for a week at Lake Powell.  The week was full of fun, unpacking, and more fun.  Here’s an outing to Bridal Veil Falls.  The kids are like mountain goats.  … Continue reading →

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Adam and Heidi’s Family Arrive!!

At about 8:30 this evening, Heidi drove the van filled with tired kids into our cul de sac.  We were sitting on the front porch, waiting, following their dot on our phones.  Adam was in the rental truck about 30 … Continue reading →

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Framing the New House

Today was busy.  We had 3 big jobs left to do:  Lawn, Garage and Closet.  We worked all day taking the last things out.  I emptied our closet.  Aaron came by to help. From my journal: At 2:15 we went … Continue reading →

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Our Last Day at 24 West 500 South

Well, it’s done, for the most part.  We still have a few piles to take out and there are a few places being left until the move to the new house (some of John’s office and some of my sewing … Continue reading →

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Claire Says Farewell to her Childhood Home

As hard as this move is for us (especially physically), it’s especially hard for Claire and Aaron, who are losing their childhood home with their bedrooms and all of their memories.  I think Claire wanted to be here one last … Continue reading →

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Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence

I have traveled and lived in many different countries in many parts of the world.  I love America and I love the other places I’ve known.  Today we celebrate America and the opportunity we have to live and raise our … Continue reading →

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A Visit From Caleb and Fresh Corn Relish Salad

Claire’s little family decided to fly in for the 4th of July–a big one this year, celebrating 250 years since the colonies declared their independence from Great Britain to create the United States.  Tomorrow is a big family celebration in … Continue reading →

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The Last Push of Moving Out

After our visit to St. Louis, we returned to Orem and went to check on the new house, to see what changes had been made.  The walls are going up and the view of Mt. Timpanogos is Spectacular! Every day … Continue reading →

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Suson Park in St. Louis and Clark’s Ball Game

We enjoyed a wonderful Sabbath with the kids. From my journal:  Church here is at 9:00.  We filled our row with all the kids and saw people we remember from other visits.  Father’s Day wasn’t mentioned in the talks, but … Continue reading →

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