The Living Aquarium

Yesterday, Colby took Braxton and Gabe down to Sandy to visit The Living Aquarium. His mom, dad and nephew Xavier went as well. I dropped off Tristan at my parent's home and attended a bridal shower. I think they had a good time, Braxton hasn't talked about anything but McDonald's that they stopped to eat at on the way home. Gabe came home and told me that he saw sharks! Colby said Braxton and Xavier pretty much just walked up to one tank, gave all the creatures a quick glance and then kept moving on to the next tank, too fast for the rest of the group to absorb anything. I think those two were more interested in being together than observing the water life. This last week Braxton was grounded from friends (including his cousin Xavi) for disappearing somewhere in the neighborhood and not telling us where or when he left. My friends and neighbors were helping me look for him when he sauntered home from the Polygamists' house with a piece of homemade pie. Oddly enough they let him play with their kids, when usually they shoo the kids inside before any from the neighborhood can attempt to play with them. And Xavier was grounded the week before for disappearing up in his neck of the woods. So, they were excited to be reunited no matter where they went. Colby said that Gabe was the one that enjoyed it the most. It was a quiet and relaxing afternoon for me while I hung out with Tristan and got ready to attend the shower. I used to live across the street from my good friend Christina Hansen from age 11-20. She now lives in Las Vegas as a successful saleswoman. I am so happy for her, she will be married next month, so look for more details on the two of them after October 10th. Anyway, I had a blast catching up with past ward members and friends at the bridal shower. It was good to see them all and hopefully we can reconnect more in the future.