Father and Sons 2009

Ryan and Ethan headed up to Ethan's 3rd Father and Sons after the ultrasound and lunch. Ryan was well prepared with tin foil dinners, plenty of books and movies to occupy Ethan, and sleeping bags. Last year they didn't have sleeping bags and were very cold! The trip looked promising, but didn't turn out to be much fun. They arrived with plenty of time to set up their tent and got things settled. Dinner didn't turn out quite like Ryan had hoped and Ethan ended up eating graham crackers and marshmallows for dinner. They explored a little, read books, and watched some movies. Sounds like fun, but Ethan wanted to go home by bed time. Lately he has wanted to go home when he is in unfamiliar situations. Ryan didn't give in and they ended up having a better nights rest than the previous year.

By breakfast time the next morning Ethan's appetite and attitude didn't change much. Luckily Ryan took some dry cereal and milk to sustain Ethan. Ryan enjoyed breakfast that was provided by the Elder's Quorum. After breakfast, they packed up camp and headed home due to a sour demeanor.


Addy, on the other hand, had an enjoyable time. She went to Jordan Elementary to visit with her old students and some friends, saw Angels and Demons with Carol, and enjoyed a nice meal at Abuelos. She had also planned to do some shopping the next day, but was greeted by a screaming toddler as she was leaving. Hopefully next year will be better... for Ryan's sake.