2010 HALE FREEZES OVER 5K

On January 30, Mindy, Kristy and Mark ran or I plodded the Hale Freezes Over 5k in Orem.  I guess you'll do anything for 2 free tickets to a play at the Hale Theater and a cool t-shirt.  I even won MY age group (60-69) for which he received a medal and two more free tickets...WOW.  These pictures show the all the Meyers clan including two (go Crystal and Bryan) who got in the race even though they weren't registered.  Appears the photographer missed Mindy (I guess when you're as fast she is, he couldn't get her on film).

2010 hALE FREEZES OVER 5K

The Crusing crowd

Bryce Pics

Southern Utah Cruise - August 2009

On August 27th, Jan, Don and Amy (Jan's parents) and I took off for southern Utah to cruise the two national parks - Zions and Bryce, stay a night at Freddy's and take in a play at SUU - The Secret Garden. It was a wonderful trip and for me who'd not been to Zions and Bryce it only wetted my appetite to spent more time at these beautiful parks. Don shared his experiences as a summer employee at Zions. We enjoyed beautiful sunsets and short hikes, to the entrance of the Narrows at Zions and into the bottom of Bryce. I took over 500 pictures and here are some for you to enjoy.

Pioneer Day Weekend Spent in Wyoming at Clark's Ranch

In July, we spend an extended weekend Liz Clark's family ranch oustide of Cokeville, WY. It was fun filled weekend with family and friends. Some of us went tubing, the little girls rode a horse, and lots of food. The weather was warm and beautiful. Most of the time was spent relaxing.

More Pictures from Whirlwind Vacation - Saari's Kickball game

Whirlwind Vacation to NJ and NC - Edwards & Saaris

The second part of our vacation was spent with the Edwards and Saaris. We enjoyed family time, meals, games and general conference together. We met the "lady of bling (Cambree)", Cambree's feeding Grandpa popcorn and then her efforts to get it back. We also enjoyed Haylee's dancing, and a very competitive game of kick ball at the Saaris as the pictures evidence.

No trip to NC would be complete without a visit to the farmer's market and Goodberrys for ice cream. There were very active Wii games at the Saari's. Including Julie smacking Haylee in the head with her controller as she tried to beat Mindy at tennis.

One of the highlights of our time in NC was general conference as we watched it our children and their families. Much inspired counsel.

No visit would be complete without several games of "Cities and Knights". This time everyone won except BJ. Just increases the holiday trash talk and competition to come.

Whirlwind Vacation to NJ and NC - Edwards & Saaris

Whirlwind Vacation to NJ and NC - Ryan & Jenna

Jan and Mark took ten days to visit our eastern children and grandchildren. It was a fun packed 10 ten days filled with many enjoyable happenings.

In NJ, we spent time visiting New York City with Ryan. We were able to see the Manhattan Temple and Central Park. Eating street vendor hot dogs and banana pudding from one of Ryan and Jenna's favorite bakeries. One night, we went to "Flips" a desert resturant with a zillion favors and all you could get toppings. Several nights of "City and Knights" resulted in everyone winning except Ryan. Needless to say the challenge is set for the holiday season in December. Jan and I also got the grand tour of Ryan's school and Mark got a "The New School" t-shirt and baseball hat. Now its official, Ryan's school will become famous in the west. Jenna seems to have on the recovery from early pregancy sickness as evidenced by her and Ryan eating 3/4 of a 9x12 chicken enchilada casserole on Sunday.

Our first posting to our blog

Hey everyone, this is our blog - Jan-n-MarkNews. We're new at this so bear with us as we gain experience.

This has been a great holiday weekend. Many changes in our lives.

Ryan and Jenna farewell as they prepare to leave for grad school and new experiences in NY and NJ.

Visit to Laurie's grave and the memories of her cheerful spirit and unselfish service.

And thanks to be in Utah and the experiences we are having.

Mark and Jan