The Gum Tree for 2004 October 4

We went up to Sandi yesterday for Geneal's Birthday. We watched a litte conference and had some cake and Ice Cream (homemade--you know the kind with eggs and sugar). We also spent quite a bit of time with their family. So much time that we arrived home later than expected. The kids (Josh, Sarah, Alex, and Olivia) are all doing well, and Russ is jumping into his practice. Incidentally, Russ had to go at 11:00 p.m. for a surgery of some 20 year old guy who stuck a knife through his knee. Louise and I also got to tour Russ and Geneal's home. It is situated in a little secluded neighborhood up by the canyon. It is complete with a little stream and bridge at the entrance. There are firs and aspens in front and on the sides property to sheild the veiw of other homes. Very idyllic. It is also huge. There are three floors, and one floor is about the size of the entire house that I live in now. It will be nice for company. Speaking of Sandi, I say Aunt Sandy and Shelly Whitney. They were buying out the Bookstore. We talked for about 30 min and caught up. Sandy has ideas to move to Park City. I think that will be fun for family gatherings. I have always liked Park City. Well, the books becon me.