Enjoying all the fall we can

We decided to take a quick trip up Payson Canyon yesterday to see if we could catch a glimpse of what was left of fall in the mountains. We missed it at Maple lake, but it was beautiful just below there. I tried to snap a few photos, but Evan and Ben were having a bit of an "off" day, so most of them ended up being of Vanessa, but that's ok, we just love that beautiful face of hers!

St. George Marathon

Well, I did it. I finally completed my first marathon. It took me almost 5 hours, but I finished. It was VERY challenging both physically and mentally, but is was an amazing experience, and I am so glad I was able to do it. I would like to do more in the future, but will probably not think about it for at least another year or two. Training not only takes a toll on me, but on the family as well. I would, however, love to do another half marathon or two in the upcoming year. We'll see...

Here I am (at 4am), just about to board the bus that would take me up to the starting line.

In the end, Marty actually missed me crossing the finish line (long story behind that). But, here I am again after finishing the race.

It really was an AMAZING experience that I will never forget.