Jackson

Mark needed to get out with the Jackson crew for a few days in August, so me and the girls {minus the working girl} tagged along. It was a foggy scene as we passed through Laramie.

We stopped for some fishing on Shoal Creek along the Hoback River on our way.

We arrived close to dinner time and when Pinky G's let us down (closed for a private party), we ended up at Jackson Drug. This was purely by accident, a need to find somewhere that didn't have a line spilling out to the street (thanks to all those Utahns;). We had more than our share of fries due to a goof in the kitchen and larger "side" orders than we anticipated.

Emm enjoying a fry sandwich with all three types of fries that ended up at our table

The atmosphere was fun and the food was good, but it wasn't until after the fact that I learned we were part of a little history in the making. After reading up a bit, I learned they had just reopened this summer after a 17 year absence. Jackson Drug Co was one of the oldest businesses in town, opening in 1912.

The family owned business closed in 2001, resulting in disappointment that the best of old Jackson was disappearing in place of modern profit-seeking. The family bought the building back and attempted to restore it as close to original as possible. They brought back the soda fountain and added a kitchen and seating. There you go! A pretty cool little bit of history sprinkled in there:)

We walked around Town Square and enjoyed all things Jackson.

Mark left the next morning for an overnight outing with the crew.

So the girls and I spent time at the pool and walking around town. We enjoyed lunch at our favorite sub shop.

We took part in some very "touristy" shots

Emmrey could really spend every minute at the pool

We walked and walked. I loved this art project the local school had done to add some beauty to the boardwalk that was under repair.

When Mark made it back the following evening, he and I went on a little date to Bon Appe Thai. It was pretty delicious! One of the great things about Jackson is there is no lack of good food.

We picked up the girls and went to Moo's for some ice cream.

On our final morning, Mark had to go to the office to meet with a colleague. So the girls and I went to the Visitor's Center to get Emmrey her commemorative coin in the Penny Press Machine. 

We made one last stop to fish a little at  Blackrock Creek near Togwatee. 

Mark and Emm were the only ones really feeling it. 

Kars and I relaxed on the big boulders in the sun:)

It might not have been as fun for Mark since it was a work trip, but us girls sure enjoyed ourselves. Glad we were able to tag along!