Our visit with Grandpa Perry

Last Wednesday, August 24, we left the Salt Lake area and headed north to visit Grandpa in Idaho Falls.  On our way, we stopped at the cemetary in Preston so I could visit my father's grave.  It was the first time I have been back since his funeral.  His headstone is beautiful!  It was an emotional experience, but I am so grateful I was able to be there.

Even though we were traveling with small children and stopped to visit a couple of Coley's friends, we arrived at Grandpa's house by early evening.  I was so excited to visit- especially because Coley, Abby, and Michael had never been to Grandpa's house.

Abby didn't need much encouragement to climb into Grandpa's lap. 

Michael was a little shy around Grandpa at first, but after Grandpa fed him a bottle, they were friends.  He wasn't always sure about being in Grandpa's lap, but he loved to play with Grandpa (while I was holding him). 

The next morning, Abigail helped Grandpa feed the cows.  She learned how much cows like corn cobs and cantaloupe rinds. 

Abigail LOVED the cows.  She stills talks about her "darling cow."  It is the one that has the white face.  She wanted to bring the cow home with us..... 

Michael is squinting in this picture because the sun was so bright, but he really did like playing in the grass.  He also liked eating it!

The next day, Aunt Leslie and Uncle Steve arrived.  It was fun to see them and spend time with them too!

Abigail had a great time riding the tractor with Uncle Steve. 

Even Michael sat on the tractor long enough to get his picture taken.

Grandpa read a bedtime story to Abigail.  How appropriate it was for him to read "When the Cows Come Home." 

Abigail had a great time outside the next day with the sidewalk chalk.

Anyone who knows my grandpa would love this picture.  Grandpa LOVES ketchup!



There are a few more pictures of our trip to Grandpa's house to follow.....