Hapuna Beach and the Beauties of Puako

 On October 9th we spent the whole day on Hapuna Beach and at the pool. It was a beautiful day and I love enjoying the sound of the ocean and reading.

 I explored more of Puako on October 10th by heading down a trail to some petroglyphs. 

 The trail was really cool and the petroglyphs were awesome! They are unsure of the purpose of the petroglyphs, but they were fun to see. 

 I also walked along the sea shore and loved the beautiful colors along the way!

Hawaii

 On October 7th I flew with dad, Marianne, Kim and Brad to the big island of Hawaii! We flew in to a beautiful sunset and beautiful weather! We almost missed the flight when Dad did not have a enough batteries for his oxygen machine. Through sheer faith and blessings we were able to get a third battery and barely make the flight!

 When we got to the house I found bar soap in the room I was sleeping in, by chance? I think not, we all know how I LOVE bar soap, yuck!

 On the morning of the 8th I went out exploring in some lava tubes, very cool views and lava rock!

 While walking through the lava tubes, I found this very interesting cave that is believed to be an ancient home for the natives in the past.

 The trails and views were so unique and beautiful!

 I came to a fishing pond that has been maintained for hundreds of years. I thought the palm trees growing out of the water were very unique. 

 At the edge of the fishing pond was the ocean, so beautiful!

 Later in the day we enjoyed the beach, Dad and Marianne had an awesome time! We did some snorkeling and just enjoyed the beauty of the ocean and the sound of the waves!

 We went to a white rock beach in Puako for the sunset. The black lava rock against the white coral rock was a beautiful contrast!

 The sunset started rather mild and we had little expectation and then it exploded with color....

 I took some amazing shots with Marianne, she is a great photographer and the scenery could not have been better!

What a sight, God has truly created a beautiful earth that I am thankful to explore!

Girls Weekend

 We enjoyed an awesome Gillespie Girls weekend October 5-7, 2017!

 Who can ask for better than good food, great conversation, pedicures, and shopping!

I love these women!!!

Peace, Comfort, and a Desire to Return

Last night I attended the temple and realized it has been far too long. The temple brings me outside of myself, my internal struggles, and things that do not matter. I left with a sense of peace, comfort, and a desire to return.

Today I am at a conference in Ogden. During the lunch break I have been able to sit out under a tree in front of the Ogden Temple. As I contemplated my blessings I desire to be a little better, do a little better, and show greater gratitude for the many who constantly help along the way.

I truly feel blessed and loved by God and I will better serve him.

Beauty in My Backyard

 I love to walk and run on the Jordan Parkway Trail in my neighborhood. I have also wanted to start photographing the beauty in my backyard. I hope to take some photography classes in the future, in the mean time I live in a beautiful place!

Grandpa Bellows

 At age 93, my Grandpa Bellows passed away on May 22, 2017.

 I am so grateful he is with his true love, Grandma Bellows, again!

 The viewing was held on May 24,2017.

 Dad, Uncle Randy Olsen, Uncle Darrell Beardall, and Uncle Eldon Louder.

 The funeral, on May 25th, was a wonderful celebration of his life and the great joke and story teller he was!

 Being a member of the Army Aircorp in World War II lead to honors at the cemetery that I will never forget!

 Aunt Kris, Aunt Mary, and Aunt Linda are the only family members left.

 The cousins who were able to attend, on such short notice. So grateful for the family heritage we all share!

As Grandpa use to say, the Church is true and spring will come! Love you Grandpa and I hope you are enjoying this spring with Grandma!