Herriman Days

Our first Herriman Days. It wasn't very large, but what it lacked in size it more than made up for in community. This is a very nice, close little community and we really like it that way. We met and talked with many people and felt like we were a part of something.

Herriman Days also offered a musical artist that I took quite an interest in. My wife has talked about one of her fellow classmates from Bella Vista High School in California, country singer Kevin Sharp. It just so happened that he offered to come and sing as the closing act. Now lest you think this has to be even further down on the totem pole than state fairs, it should be noted that one of his closest friends lives in town and helped arrange it.

Of course, I couldn't let this go without some fun. So I e-mailed Kevin's manager and asked about the opportunity for Alicia to spend a few minutes with Kevin. This worked out very well and Kevin sent me an e-mail to help me facilitate the meeting. You can imagine the anticipation I had for that evening. But it went even better than expected. Sure Alicia loved being able to talk to Kevin for a few minutes, but even better, many of her friends from high school had relocated to not only Utah, but Herriman and Riverton (near Herriman). I don't think I have seen her this animated and excited. It was a good night.

Father's Day Dinner

For father's day I had my dad over for dinner and invited the only other family in town, Todd, Amy, and Oliver.

Dinner consisted of pork medalians, mushroom risotto, fresh green beans, apple sauce, and home made rolls.

Perfect Day For a Field Trip to Red Butte Gardens

Alex exploring botany.

Meagan's School Band Playing Halo Theme

They did a pretty good job!

Mother's Day Snack

There may have been eronious reports of a bad mother's day lunch on my wife's blog. Let me assure you THIS is the snack we are eating before a fabulous dinner.

Cinco de Mayo at Midvale Park

Our family does explore other cultures than Swedish and Japanese. We love to learn and experience every chance we get. The more authentic the better.

Carl's Graduation

Note how the announcer, a professor who worked with Carl for years, pronounced Carl's name.

Alicia giving Carl a hug after graduating.


Carl and his wife, my sister, Jenny.


You may not be able to see it in this photo, but Carl actually has four mobile gadgets that he is working with here. This is a slight reduction in his usual compliment. He didn't want to bring too much to his graduation.

I'm thinking that if he isn't writing for Engadget by the end of next year, I will be very surprised.

By the way, "A" stands for Aggie. What is an Aggie? Ask Carl (or Jenny).