Emily Smith

Grandma

Because I'm just trying to post a whole bunch of pictures right now, I'm not going to take the time to write about my grandma right now. She was an incredible woman, and I miss her. Sometime later, I will write more about her. For now, here are a few pictures of her home.

In the Mountains

I was able to go snowshoeing a couple of times last winter with one of my favorite coworkers. I am so grateful that I live near these mountains. I love experiencing them on foot. I really just couldn't choose my favorite photo, so I included most of them.

A baptism, a concert, a fall trip, some fresh spring rolls, and Christmas

A's baptism

L and K got to come! I love getting to see their faces.

Sleeping

A and I went to a Christmas concert at Temple Square. But first, Thai food!

My style of decorating. Good work, Mom!

They weren't pretty, but they were quite tasty.

M being adorable.

October-December 2013

Uncle Arden's Funeral

My great-uncle Arden passed away in October 2013. I really wanted to go to his funeral, and it just happened to work with my fall break. Uncle Arden has always been one of my favorite great-uncles. He reminded me a lot of my grandpa. I had really missed him at the last few reunions, but his dementia made it too difficult for him to attend. I loved being able to hear more about his life at the funeral. My favorite thing that I took away from the funeral was the following Uncle Arden quote, "A change is as good as a rest." I've thought about that a lot in the last year and a half.

I have been to Mink Creek nearly every year for my whole life, but I'd never been in the fall. That area is spectacularly beautiful. I wish that my photos could actually capture the area.

Spring 2014

Can they stay this size forever?

Chicken Tikka Masala at L's house.

M thinks his grandpa is just the coolest. I agree.

I'll Miss This

I am completely in love with paved river trails. I was first spoiled as a young child riding my bike on the Greenbelt in Boise. Then, I moved to Utah. I have been blessed to enjoy the Jordan River Parkway while living in Salt Lake County as well as Utah County. I have spent many hours on this trail, and I love it. A lot. I am going to miss my peaceful bike rides.

I will miss this view as I come out my front door every single day. It never gets old. I will really miss getting to look at the beautiful mountains.

Friends From All Over

I adore my friends. They are such a huge part of my life, and I'm grateful for any chance I get to actually spend face to face time with them. Unfortunately, it's rare. I wasn't able to include pictures of everyone, but here are a few.