Visitors have come and are still coming

The spring visitors have come in droves and even today we signed up more. Yes we are running the Fausett Bed and Breakfast. All we need to do is set a price list per night and then see how many continue to come. One night at MGM-$350., one night at Four Seasons-$450., one night at Fausett's- priceless.

Our first visitors were Brad and Amber. They arrived on a Thursday night and left of Monday morning. We got to celebrate Brad's birthday while he was here. Brad and dad went to Spamalot and Amber and mom went to Phantom. We all went to dinner at a restaurant at the Venetian Hotel. Brad and dad also figured out a way to play golf one day while Amber and Judy went shopping. It was a great visit. Too bad Brad and Amber had to leave sunny Las Vegas for cold, snowy Colorado.

Our second visitors were the Ogdens. We had a great time with the boys taking them to Bonnie Springs to see the cowboy shoot out and the petting zoo. Lexie stayed home with Kim and grandma. The whole family went to the park the previous day. We had lots of time in the swimming pool too. Those 3 grandkids are so precious. We loved having them here. Oh, we loved having Kim and Brett too. The visit was way too short.

The next visitors were my family. It was first time to all gather for Joni's birthday. We spent much of our time going through my mother's photos, etc. We all went to Tao's for a birthday dinner. We sat in a private area reserved for celebreties when they come to the restaurant. It was very fun and cheaper than I expected. We did not stay for the late night clubbing, but Judy wanted to. The next night we had dinner at our house. We grilled and sat around the pool taking the rest of the night.

Right now we have Lori and Gavin here with us. Tyson brought them down and then flew home until next weekend when he comes back to pick them up. Lori has been visiting her old high school friends and drumming up business for Tyson and his web pages. Gavin is just the cuttest little bundle of joy. He has chipmunk cheeks that beg for kissing. He drools like crazy because he always has his fingers in his mouth. We played tonight on the carpet with a little toy that kept him busy for hours. Maybe Lori will forget him and he can stay here.

Next month we have the Cannons, the Parks, and the Gonzalez's coming. And the reservations go on, but it will end with the first 100 degree days. Once all the company leaves, it will be time for Jim and Judy to start traveling to cooler zones.

Spring Time in Las Vegas Means Visitors

Yes the weather in Las Vegas is starting to warm up. It is such a great time to be outside. Temps in the high 60's and mid 70's. People are starting to arrive in Las Vegas by the droves. Our house is no exception. This month we start with visits from Brad and Amber. Brad will celebrate his birthday with us. We are going to the play "Spamalot". Judy and Amber selected "Phantom" to see. It should be fun. I am looking forward to playing golf with Brad.

The following week Kim and Brett and family come to town. We will have a great time taking the kids around the neighborhood park. It has lots of fun things to do for the youger set.

When April starts, we get visits from friends from California, my sisters are coming for a weekend, and then Lori, Tyson and Gavin come for a week. By the time Lori leaves, we will be in the 80's for temps. The swimming pool will get lots of use I am sure.

We will enjoy our Spring visitors because when the summer heat hits, there will be few visits. That is the time we leave too.

If It's Colorado Again, It Must Be A Baby Blessing

We are preparing for yet another trip to Colorado Springs. It is time to officially name our latest granddaughter for the records of the Church. I hope that her dad blesses her with lots of toughness to handle her two older brothers. I know her middle name is Judy, but how about something like "Rocky"or "Nails". In fact, I kind of like "Rocky" for a nickname. Kim, when I ask how Rocky is doing you will know who I am talking about. Let's practice. So how are the kids doing? Is Rocky holding her own against Cole and Trevor?

See you in Colorado (unless it is cold, then I may not go).

Summer Planning

It is time to plan the Fausett summer get together. This year it is going to happen in the South Dakota Black Hill so that we can visit those famous stone heads carved into the mountain side. There is a lot more to do there than I ever expected. Hiking, fishing, golf, bike and horseback riding, visiting historic sites and of course looking at Mt. Rushmore. We are looking into groups of cabins that will accomodate the entire family. It should be an exciting 4 days. in June.

Since this will be our 40th year of marriage, Judy and I are looking into what else we should do to celebrate. We need the imput of all to select the best spot to visit. Italy would be fun but maybe too expensive with the low value of the dollar in Europe. We are looking at Niagra Falls, Canada, Hawaii, or a cruise. Any ideas?, post them.

Year "End" Event

There are some things that no one looks forward to no matter how much they get to drink. And drink I did. My choice of cherry, grape, or lemon lime to flavor a mixture whose sole purpose was to rid me of every particle in my bowels. I was able to drink 1/2 gallon of this mixture and that was more than enough. If I ever get the notion to try collonics, just shoot me. Fortunatly, everything came out in the end. My exam was normal. Now I get the next 5 years to contemplate a repeat reamjob. Don't ever tell me that my job is a "bummer". I will look at feet forever, before considering switching to gastroenterology.

Christmas is coming

Soon all the Fausett clan will gather in Colorado at the homes of 3 of our children. We are having a modified Christmas Eve because the McDowell's must leave early to get back to Dallas for work. We will have our usual Christmas Eve activities but on the 22nd instead of the 24th.

Jim and Judy are preparing well in advance this year, having done the shopping early, the decorations are up, first Christmas party has been done, and now we start the Christmas cards. We hope to have a stress free holiday period.

The Salt house sale fell through and now that winter has hit, little activity on the house. I guess we will keep it through the winter. Reed still does not realize that Mother is dead and he asks about her all the time. Very sad.

Merry Christmas,
Jim

Salt Lake House is cleaned out

The work in cleaning out my mother's house is finally done. We even have an offer on the house that we are going to accept. It was a lot of work and we all need to recover. Reed is sad about the pending sale, but at the same time relieved.

DAD