We took a quick trip up to Rexburg last weekend so Jimmy could help our brother in law Josh teach his class at BYUI on Friday. We had a great time, and it was especially fun because we were staying at Josh and Suzy’s home the exact same time last year while we were waiting for the “ok” from LDS Family Services to go home. We were we told on the 16th last year that all the necessary paperwork had been completed and we were free to leave the state with our brand new son. It was fun reminiscing about last year, and seeing Zeke as a little toddler at their home this year. It was so wonderful that we had to stay in Idaho for that week and a half when Zeke was born because Jimmy was able to be there the whole time and didn’t have to go to school or work, it was like he got a paternity leave. Josh and Suzy were so accommodating too, they helped us feel so comfortable and made yummy meals for us. We love talking about that week, and remembering how amazing it was to have so much time together as a new little family.
These first 3 pictures are of last year staying at Josh and Suzy’s home
Suzy made Zeke this darling blanket
It was quite the contrast seeing Zeke this year at their home from last year! He loved playing with his cousins, and following them around.
We went to this awesome frozen custard place in Rexburg called BRC’S. I loved the atmosphere! It was also connected to a pretzel place, hot dog place, and a candy shop. Zeke had a lot of fun exploring, and he even went behind the Pretzel counter one time, he liked it so much he was ready to work there :-)
The whole group from left to right: Josh, Suzy holding Mallory, Taylor, Carter, Jimmy’s mom, Jimmy holding Zeke, and me.
Has anyone else been to this place before? If you’re ever in Rexburg, you have to go there, it’s so cool!
The candy shop was closed when we went, but this is a picture I took of it through the gate.
Zeke was so good in the car both ways! He slept a lot of the way there, and 3 hours on the way home, we were shocked! It was a fun little trip, thank you Josh and Suzy for being such great hosts!
I cannot believe it has been a year since that special time…WOW! I am so glad I was able to be in your life during that exciting time and what a joy it is for me to see how happy your little family is. Esther you are the cutest mom EVER!! I am so happy life is so good right now and Zeke is growing and becoming such a funny little guy. What a cutie. I love the pictures. I am sad cause I lived in Rexburg for 2 years and this wasn’t there at the time…I am sure it is a fun place for students. I love Rexburg!!
Love ya, Melynda
It’s so nice to have the kids asleep when you are traveling. I am glad he cooperated with you. Also, I love the baby pictures of Zeke. It is crazy to see how much he has changed.
What a fun little trip! Sometimes I miss the Rexburg life! My younger sister and her husband live there now. I am glad the traveling went well…it’s really all about the kids. If they travel well, you travel well…but if they don’t have fun, neither do you (at least that’s been my experience). :)
What a cool place. I wonder how long it’s been there. We were in IF this weekend to see my family. Idaho has some nice people there. :) And what a fun little pouty face that Zeke makes. I can’t believe how big he is.
Looks like you guys had a blast! I have never seen baby pictures of Zeke! He was a darling baby! He has for sure changed. That picture with the 2 of you was SO cute!!
It is so fun to see what you did on your trip to Idaho. I love you all so much, Grandma
I’m sad knowing you were 45 minutes away and I couldn’t come visit you! Work Work Work!!!! I would give anything to just have one job!!! Anyway, glad to hear you had such a good time! Rexburg is a great place. Can’t wait to see you all next month!
ok, where exactly is this place? my sister wants to go, and she lives in sugar city (right by byui). Heck, I wanna go!
Isn’t it fun to see them grow? They are so fun and he is such a cute and happy boy! Must be cuz he has such great parents!
Wow, what a great and fulfilling year you’ve had!
ok, my sister now knows what you’re talking about. I guess a lot of people just call it Florence’s (because that’s the name of the woman who owns it). Apparently, Florence is my sister’s mother-in-law’s best friend (if you got that). When my sister got married, Florence gave them all these free chocolates and gift certificates! Now I wanna go!
Wow Liz, that’s neat your sister has a connection with the owner!