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- * When Dad was in the hospital, and had been for a couple weeks. Tatum had been taking a little community tap dance class. Often when we were on our way home from school or anywhere we would stop by to say hello. Tatum wanted to show Dad her dance she was learning. Mom said "oh no, not here honey its just too loud" Dad quickly answered " No I want to see" Tatum was thrilled and Dad loved it or at least pretended he did.
- * Dan was reminding me the other night about a story I had forgotten. Many of you probably remember how afraid of men Tatum was. Although she LOVED Dad and Jeff even though she hardly saw them. When Robin and Nick got married Mom and Dad came up for the wedding and stayed in a hotel. We came down from Provo and met them. As we were in the Lobby wating for them to come down,the elevator "dinged" Tatum turned to see and it was "Pappa" Tatum (about 2 yrs) just stood in one spot running and waving her arms! So excited that he was finally there. Dad with his big sweet smile walked over and scooped her up.
- *I remember how whenever we went to Big Bear in spite of the fact that he'd been driving two hours. Without fail and without going into the house he would disappear with the blue Yamaha motorcycle. Then he'd be gone for as a much as two hours. Of course when he came back at least two of us kids would be waiting for him so we could go on a ride. The funnest thing for me was when he finally let me go it alone. I was about 12 and he let me red an old Honda. I fell and distinctly remember him saying something like don't tell your Mom about this.
- *My biggest road trip with just Dad was going up to Idaho for my first semester. After leaving Joyce’s house on the second day we were passing Kolobe Canyon (which I pass all the time now) and he just took the exit, I don’t think he even asked me if I wanted to see it. We drove up the canyon a little ways and got out and looked around for a while. I had a disposable camera and we took some pictures. It was really beautiful, but mostly I was just happy to be with him--one of those rare spontaneous moments. Too bad I lost the camera somehow when I got to school.
- *When Dana comes home from work the kids get excited and run to him and say "Daddy!" Lately, he's been saying "Yay!" in reply. I love it because I remember dad used to say the same thing a lot.
- *Thinking of birthday cakes today, I remembered the first (and only) birthday cake Dad made for me. We weren't even engaged yet, and he was trying to make an impression. So he decided on the extraordinary plan to make a cake that would taste like a fruit salad; I suppose he was thinking ambrosia. He used an orange cake mix ( I don't think they even make them anymore) and strawberry flavored frosting (also thankfully retired). This must have been very early in the relationship or he might have guessed chocolate would have been more effective. I think I was polite, but I'm sure that cake never was finished. You all know he wasn't much of a cook, but I loved him for trying!
- *Another funny memory I have was when Jeff was driving Mom's white car and it caught on fire. (We were living there with Mom and Dad) so we were all kneeling around the bed for prayers when jeff called. Dad anwsers, Jeff and said "the car is on fire, and the fire dept had to come put it out... kinda scared to tell I think. Dad yells YAAAHOOOO! Let it Burn! He was thrilled to be done with that car finally. And off he went to pick up Jeff!
- * I was at the DMV the other day registering my new van (YEA!) When I remembered once running into Dad at the DMV in CA. It was so funny b/c he was dressed as usual in his roofer garb. Old dirty jeans and t-shirt and hat but the best part was that over the hat he was wearing those headphones the big ones with the little antanae sticking up on the side. Just standing there listening to whatever station he could get reception to in there. He was so funny I had to think for a moment to I really want to walk over and say "HI DAD!" Of couse I did. I'm glad for all those memories now.
- *I just remembered a time when I was about 11. It was Sunday afternoon, I was wearing my cool new jean shorts, and dad was chasing me around the house. We were in the entry when he grabbed on to me by the belt loop on the back of my shorts. I pulled away really hard, and the loop ripped right off leaving a hole in my back side. I was so mad, but dad was laughing and laughing, so I started to laugh too. I’m sure mom was in the kitchen giving her usual opinion: ‘It’s all fun and games until…” Randa
- *One of my most treasured memories is from when I was very little. For some reason I just loved when dad would hide behind the cereal box and then peek out at me from different sides- and the real suprise...the TOP! I loved that he really liked it too and played that game with me frequently. Very simple but very meaningful to me at the time. Katie
- *One time driving to Utah with Dad, when I was 15 or so, we kept seeing signs for Hogi Yogi in Southern Utah. First we made fun of the goofy name. Then it started to sound good. Then we decided we'd have to stop and get some at that exit when it came. The exit came and we missed it. Dad got off at the next one and drove about 20 min through a small town, backtracking to the Hogi Yogi. We laughed about it the whole time. I love that Dad would go along with stupid kid stuff with us. Sally
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So who likes Randa's cruise idea when Amy turns 40? We should start planning for it now. Or at least saving money for it.
I like!
I like Big Time!
Hellooo! Where is everybody??
Never saw the original idea! What was it? Sounds good so far.
It's going on a cruise when Amy turns 40. Or thereabouts. We still have to make the plans but off to a good start :)
Sounds good to us! But cruise to where? Bare in mind that most cruises require a passport... unless you're going to Alaska or something.
I need more info. Does this mean an all girls' cruise, or everyone?
Where to?
I love the general idea, but I don't remember much about it.
Sorry for the delay. We were in Mexico, AND set a new record for the time it took us to cross back over--close to 4 hours in the car--not fun!
Well the post has been up since Tues. but so sorry you had that long trip back! Yuck!
We were thinking couples (mom and Randa are a couple unless either of them gets married before then). Obviously you can bring a baby/toddler if you'd like but Amy and I would plan to leave the kids home.
Where to is up for discussion I guess. I'm not picky and am fine getting a passport. Alaska would actually be awesome!
The other discussion would be how long.
I feel like the easiest thing will be going somewhere that docks from California. And most of those cruises are to Mexico or Alaska. All of the Caribbean island cruises usually dock from Florida or Puerto Rico and that'd be expensive and time consuming to fly somewhere before docking on the ship. Would it be cheapest to book way in advance or to do it last minute for the last minute deals? I'll ask around to my friends who do a lot of cruises. The only concern for us will be not knowing if I'll be pregnant or having a new born a year from now! But we'll just plan as though it's not happening ha.
I am "all aboard". My only concern will be school schedule. GRRRROOOSSS.
I don't know how long my Winter and Spring breaks will be, but I think either would be great.
When I went in 2007 with Christina we did a 4 night cruise from Long Beach to Ensenada with a stop in Catalina. I felt like it was a really good amount of time.
I think we booked in February for late April, and it was something around $400 each.
I think we would have to have passports for that. Mine expires in January, wahwah.
I'd be up for either, but if we're voting, I'd like to see Alaska--I've always wanted to do that one. I've heard it's beautiful!
Sounds super fun! I guess we could play it by ear whether to leave James or take him, though everyone I can think to leave him with will be on the cruise....hmmm.
What I'm wondering more about is what time of year do we think this would be? We've got school breaks to think about, pregnancies, dissertation defenses, etc. Are we talking right around Amy's birthday? Or more in summer time when the beach camping would normally be? Or some other time..?
Lets figure out when everyone can go and go then. Amy and I are probably the most flexible. I like the idea of around 4 days or so. I don't know how long Alaskan cruises are. Maybe "I'll-ask" Haha get it? Maybe we need to find out when Spring Breaks are next year?
It's also Eter's 40th next year, but not until December. Just saying.
I should be able to find out when my spring break is pretty easily. I think matching up mine, Randa's, and mom's will be pretty hard. But I just remembered that I should be on fellowship, so I don't really have to be on campus at certain times.
I'm sure it's cheaper if we don't go during the summer.
Going to Alaska and back will for sure take more than 4 days--which means more expensive, too.
If we do Mexico, I'd rather go down to Cabo at least. I've done the Ensenada one before.
I looked up a couple Carnival cruises. The first was 4 day Baja Mexico (found out it's the one Sally said she'd rather not do) stops in Catalina and Ensenada. $299 per person best price. Second, Alaska. Leaves from Seattle. 6-9 days. 7 day-$650 per person. I'll check Cabo.
Cabo- "Mexican Riviera 7 day cruise" $544 per person. This is just Carnival but I wonder what cruises are out there that are like 4 or 5 days besides the Ensenada one.
here's a 4 day one that goes up the pacific coast. Could be kinda fun...
http://travel.cruisesfrom.com/c/8/8002/10661783_8002.htm
about $300
I didn't mean to sound like I wouldn't go on the Ensenada one. I just would rather do something new if possible. I think that if we leave from SD, there's a different one. Let me check. Also, the prices really fluctuate throughout the year, and I see a lot of cruise specials.
So, I haven't found any cruises out of SD, which is weird because the ships are docked here all the time. I guess maybe it is just a port of call on some cruises? I only checked Carnival, though.
hey sorry I haven't been commenting, I have it linked to my email so I can read them w/ out signing in! I have been EXTRA swamped right now. It all sounds great I love the idea of the cruise! I'd of course like to keep it as cheap as we can and as long and FUN as possible too! haha thats one of my daily goals! I'd rather not go to Alaska but thats just B/c I LOVE the beach so much! I'll go wherever you are all going with a smile on! And be thrilled to be on a trip and even try to be happy about being OLD!!!!
I found a few cruises out of San Diego but so far they've all been super expensive.
Also, I LOVE a deal but I'm worried if we wait for a last minute thing we won't be able to pull it off with this many people. So hopefully we can find a great deal and still be able to plan ahead.
It definitely is cheaper if we do more than two people to a room. Not sure how many are willing to do so, but just saying. You can bunk 4 to a room, and it's a lot cheaper than if you put in 2. Generally.
It's also cheaper not to have a port hole. When I went, I didn't have one, and I didn't miss it. I don't think you spend that much time in the room anyway. They are tiny regardless. If I want to see the water, I can go up on deck anytime.
Lets put all the snoreers together- haha JK. I would take a non-porthole room for sure.
I get claustrophobic so I'm scared of being too far down on the ship with tiny rooms and no windows! Maybe Jeff and I will venture a couple floors higher :)
Just checked, my spring break is March 10-18. A bit early for cruising weather. My finals end on May 8. ???
I found out that I got my fellowship--hooray! So, we don't have to worry about spring break for me.
Now, if Eter gets into his program for this year, we will have to work around his... and we won't know that for another month or so.
I don't think we'll need to buy tickets until the fall or something, right?
Congrats Sally! That'll be so good for you! Proud of you both--all.
My break is always the second week of April. Hmmm.
Awesome Sal!
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