Left Hand Fork Camp out

So with the summer ruling our life, we decided to take control and do something spontaneous for a change.  After scoping out the perfect camp sight up Left Hand Fork near Hyrum, UT, we quickly packed up and headed up before our spot was snatched.  We opted not to take the trailer, since there were so few spots available.  We wanted to ensure we had room for all our 'stuff' so we decided to go with the bare minimum.  The 4-wheeler was a necessity.  There are 4-wheeler trails all over up there!  Tent, sleeping bags, cooler full of food and drinks, clothes and pillow.  That about fills up our truck, so we're off like a dirty shirt...
With a river running though our campsite and the out house right across the street, we were set.  Although swimming suits were required, they were only used by the young and the fearless!   Anti bacterial wipes, marshmallows and roasters and plenty of firewood, what more could you need?  We even got to try out our super sweet new tent.  It is bigger than our usual tent, and even has a front porch.  We're living the high life here!
I have to admit, I was a bit of a grump all day, but that didn't stop the rest of the family from having a blast.  Lexi and Zac explored the great outdoors, the woods, the river, the sweet 4-wheeler trails with dad and even some 'jumps'.  Then to finish on a high note, we hit up the miraculous waterfall that sprung out of the ground.  It was... cold... and magnificently beautiful!  With all the gear packed in I decided not to bring my bike this time. :(  I have been LOVING having a bicycle.  I went on a 20 mile bike ride home from this area the first day we went exploring and I am anxious to do it again.  It was a natural high and lasted for days!  But alas, this trip was not for me, it was for the kids.  They had a blast, all three of them (Ken included), and the dog too!  And lucky for all of us, the world did not end.  Ken certainly could have handled it by himself, but it would be better if I were not such a grump when that happens.  Something about not having my morning coffee that just doesn't sit well with me.  It's all about routine, yes I admit it, I am high maintenance and lucky to have a family who loves me anyway!  Thanks everyone for a very memorable weekend.

2011

So the cat is out of the bag!
Well, we said this year would be big, now we have a plan and sure enough, it's going to be big.  We are planning on moving to Logan Utah!  Yes I know, colder, worse winters, small Mormon community, no big town shopping, no friends or family close by, etc. etc.  But look at the bright side, school will be within walking or biking distance for ALL of us, small Mormon community, long winter drives to work through the mountain, everything is within the free bus system, free rec center activities for USU attendees (and families)  Education for everyone, and canyons, camping, parks galore!  Housing is cheaper, roads are flatter (good for riding bikes and scooters).  What an adventure this will be.   Ken and I are excited to get our geek on and LEARN.  What will we learn?  Anything and everything.  We are ready to be sponges and absorb as much as we can.  We are ready to get back to basics and get an education, again!  Life is about learning and growing, and when we are not doing these, we are not truly living!  We have gotten to a place in our lives where we are not being fulfilled by all the playing and toys that we have let define us.  These things do not push us to our limits and make us grow, so we are selling all our toys and dedicating the next two years to learning everything we can!  Yes, Ken is going to school to get his MBA and I am hoping to earn an Associates degree.  Meanwhile, Lexi will move on to junior high this fall (instead of Davis county where she would still be in elementary) and Zac will be in first grade.  Ken will continue to work for Home Depot at the Ogden location.  Yes his commute will be a little longer, but he says he is excited to do more driving in the mountains and snow!  We are looking to move sometime before this coming Fall so that we can get settled before school starts.  Not sure yet if we will sell our Farmington house, rent it out, or Lease to own.  If you know of anyone in the market for one of these three options let us know!!! As for Logan, we thought it would be best to be close to school and it would help us focus more on our goals, education!  So I think that about covers all our crazy plans, but feel free to call if you have more questions!
Much Love!
The Orgills