I am back!!!

Hello! So sorry that it has been so long since I last posted. Ok so you need an update. Well it may take awhile so go grab a cup of java or whatever it is you like and get comfortable.

My dear, sweet, husband surprised me with a trip to Mesquite, Nevada for my birthday and our wedding anniversary. Not only did we have a great time but it provided some much needed R and R that I NEEDED!!! I dont gamble, but Michael sees no harm in putting a few dollars in the penny slots (yes even a few dollars made me look pained) but he managed to actually win the jackpot (trust me, that isnt much on a penny machine). We also were able to go to Las Vegas, where we had the opportunity to go see the Phantom of the Opera. It was wonderful! I must say that I have a new appreciation for the theatre.

Saturday morning Michael and I headed back to Junction but not before we got to have a visit with my cousin Riley! It was so good to see him and talk with him before Michael and I had to head back. I have included a few pictures of our visit.

This is the fountain outside of the Casablanca Hotel/Casino. It was absolutely gorgeous at night when all lit up. Of course they turn it off at a certain time so each time we went to get a night picture of it, it was turned off! We also saw ducks at this pond too.

See? told ya!

It was really great to be able to visit with Riley as we dont get to see family too often unless its Michaels but they live really close so with them its not hard.

I got some great shots of Michael and Riley as Riley saw something in the sky and he and Michael determined it was Superman:

I also took advantage of this wonderful thing called automatic timer on the camera:Dont we look great? This pic was taken in the gazebo that they had there.

Michael did get a little goofy as he had to play show off!

yes, we had a good time. I wish we could have visited longer.

As you can see, these are more fountains.

and here is Riley's new car. Nice!

We sadly said goodebye and Michael and I headed back to Grand Junction and my reminiscings would not be complete without this really cool picture: have you ever seen a gyser in Utah? I havent either.