When referring to Grandma's Land, we are talking about Dustin's Dad's mother (if that makes any sense). Karl and Coleen live in Fruitland, UT. You pass Park City and Heber. Keep going east. I believe it is in Duschene County. It's beautiful and relaxing up there.
We haven't seen them in such a long time. Britten wasn't even born and he's named after Karl Britten Merrit, so we figured it was time. We have a lot of fond memories. Our kids throw rocks in the Red River that runs through their property. One year we even grabbed some tubes. There will always be shooting practice. I'm sure that is where my boys shot their first gun. Maybe even Grace. And there is the yellow swing. It is a child's swing that hangs from a very large tree. Everyone of my kids have officially swung in it now. The kids love it because they go so high.
We also quilt there. I have made several of my kids' baby blankets there. When we owned a motor home, Grandma made one for our bed in there. I kept us quite warm in Yellowstone. It now keeps Ryan warm on his bed. Someone is always tying a quilt!
It's a wonderful place where you can get away from the city and just enjoy family and nature. I wish we escaped there more often. It's only a 2 hour trip. Well worth the travel! You get lots of advice. Some wanted, some not. Grandma shared with my kids the importance of thanking God for all you have been given. She reminded us that all blessings come from him. And Grandpa...well, he just calls you names, but really they mean I love you. He's one big tease! Yes, I like that little place. It's a gem!
gathering rocks to throw
the Red River
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