So we have lived in Utah for over 23 years now and enjoyed a new adventure on Saturday as a family. Our first stop was to the Farmers Market at Pioneer Park that we have heard people raving about FOREVER!
We enjoyed breakfast of strawberries and crepes, fresh watermelon and scones. We also bought some wonderful fresh produce and salsa! Then off to our next adventure....the Salt Lake City Cemetary!
Yep! You heard me right! THE CEMETARY! I found a map online that showed where all of the prophets and apostles are buried and Stetson was the one that suggested it. President Hinckleys grave had a gorgeous view! I told Monte I would love to be buried at that cemetary as they all had great views! He kept asking me what difference does it make if I have a view or not....BIG!
Here I am in front of Neal A Maxwell's grave. I truly admired him especially after reading every book he has written. I admire him for sharing his journey of discipleship with us and teaching us the path we must trod too.
This is Orson Pratt's grave who is Parley P Pratt's brother. He and Parley were the missionaries that taught and baptized Ormus Ephraim Bates who is Monte's great great....grandpa and the first to join the church. He also married Ormus's sister.
This is President Kimball's grave. He was the "first" prophet for me that I had a real connection to. I shared with my family the special witness I had when I was a teenager that he was truly a prophet of God....during my interview for the Junior Miss Pageant...you may ask me for more details if needed.
I LOVE the Farmer's Market in downtown SLC! I haven't made it up there yet this year, I have been dying to go! We have done the cemetery tour. There is so much history there. What a fun day:)
ReplyDeleteLOTS of great food at the Farmer's Market. We love going there and strolling around to see what's new. Also LOVE the Salt Lake Cemetery:)
ReplyDeleteI have always wanted to do that! I guess it will have to wait now. I had a cool experience with President Kimball when I was a teenager too. We're more alike than we thought! Love and miss ya.
ReplyDeleteI have never heard of it. Now have something fun and new to add to my list of things to do in Utah. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteMy history class went to that cemetery! Cool!!!
ReplyDeleteHello, I found your blog! Looks like all is going well. Sounds like your son is back from his mission, how fun! I can't wait until my brother gets home from his. And, I love cemetaries. So much history in such a small place. Fun!
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