Rexburg with the Wilsons

 One of the BEST parts of our summer was spending a few blissful days with our besties in Rexburg, the Wilsons! We have had so much fun with them over the years, they are like family. We couldn't be in the west and not relive those days. And they were the best hosts, letting us crash their place and take over everywhere. 

One of the reasons Katy and I clicked so well as friends initially was our shared love of food. All good food. And being back in Rexburg, Riley and I had to try all our favorite restaurants one last time. So the three days together was full of the best food. Starting with Cocoa Bean Cupcakes almost immediately after our arrival. We've had cupcakes in Maine that have been featured on Food Network and Cupcake Wars and nothing comes close to these babies!

 

 The kids had a ball at Blast Off in Idaho Falls, and that evening we celebrated Taylor's birthday (belated) with a progressive dinner date. Best. Idea. Ever. I want it to be Taylor's birthday everyday.

 

 Our night (sans kids...hallelujah!) went something like this...

Appetizers at Applebees. Pretzel rods in beer cheese dip. Yes please! And wonton tacos.

 

Dinner at The Hickory. We've heard nothing but good things about this barbecue joint, and it did not disappoint. This burger was the best I've ever had! 

 Riley agreed.

 G's Dairy for Reeds ice cream dessert and finished off with custom sodas at SodaVine. 

I definitely had to unbutton my pants after this night but it was worth every calorie. 

We hit up old Rigby Lake and it was a billion times more fun than times past. The Wilsons delivered with beach toys galore and added bonus, we got to see our dear friends, the Mounts!

 Lots and Lots of playing and toys with Hinder and Ava. Ava was Hinder's very first friend. It was special to see them together again.

 Riley and I at the Rexburg Temple. We headed up the hill to do a session and saw that it was closed for maintenance. We have bad luck with that! But we enjoyed the temple grounds anyway.

 My beautiful friend!

 Make-shift camp fire smores on the lawn. These kids don't mind the faint hint of propane on their mallows. 

 I could go on and on about the game nights, laughter, movies, walks, shopping, run and other fun, but the greatest thing about being with the Wilson is just hanging out in our sweatpants chatting for hours. (with a bowl of M&M's or a pan of brownies. of course) They are simply the best and we're forever grateful for their friendship. 

Can't wait to play again!