Howlett Family Travels and Adventures
Sending off My Missionary
I loved serving a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It defined the rest of my life. It created in me a curiosity for truth and understanding. It set a course of faith and learning that has defined the next 20+ years of my life and will...
Dealing with Changes in Life, The Parable of the Robin’s Nest
“Wise hope and wise action ask that you accept and see a situation clearly for what it is, and then, with the hopeful attitude necessary, say, Well, this is what is happening now, so I will focus on what I can control, try not to obsess over what I can’t, and do the...
Failing Connections
Over the weekend, I attended a cousin’s funeral. My family on my mother’s side is extensive. My mother is the youngest of seven children. When my Grandmother passed away nearly a decade ago, she left a legacy of love behind but also a family that consisted of these...
A Quick 2021 Family Recap
What a year it has been! We are excited to share with each of you some of what has transpired for us throughout 2021. We understand that it has been challenging for so many. We are grateful for the blessings we have received and are thankful that we can share that...
An Alaskan Family Adventure
We just got back from our Alaskan family adventure out of Anchorage. This trip was so much fun. There is a lot to say about Alaska but we loved it. We loved the wild places, the mountainous terrain, the glaciers, the wildlife, the rivers, the people, and the vastness...
Our 50ᵗʰ State – The Last Frontier, Alaska
When we set out to accomplish this goal back in 2013 we never dreamed of the experiences that we would have. The adventures since then have shaped who we are as a family and how our children see the world. If you followed along in any way then you got to be a witness...
Keeping My Spirits Up – Optimistic
These are unprecedented times that we are in. Last week my wife and I returned from traveling along the Central California Coast. We were not concerned when we left, but things got real in the middle of our trip. The Church canceled church services around the world...
20 States & 2 Provinces in 25 Days
We have fallen in love with the open road. Okay, let's be real, some of us have fallen in love with the open road. There are a few of our family members that would prefer flying to Southern California and spending several days at that magical kingdom place. Well, when...
Nauvoo Historical Tour
As members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the city of Nauvoo holds a special place in our hearts. This small Illinois town was home to early members of our faith. It was there that they gathered after being expelled from the state of Missouri. For...
A Trip Around Manhattan
I love this city! The island of Manhattan of New York City is one of my favorite places to visit. There is so much to see and do here. Back in 2015, when we came here as a family our first time, we stayed in the Essex House just off of Central Park. We also got to go...
Twenty-Four Hours in Chicago
Chicago is one of my favorite cities. This is the best skyline in the United States. With lights, rivers, lakefront, pathways, cycling, art, history, and so much more, this is a gem of a city. We love coming to Chicago. This is our second trip here as a family and my...
A Drive Through Yellowstone National Park
On our return trip home from Theodore Roosevelt National Park, we drove through the northern section of Yellowstone National Park. It was fun to drive along the road to the northeastern entrance. We drove through some tall walls of snow through the higher elevation...
