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Every family has their favorite vacation spot...
Ever since I was a little boy, my family has annually visited Island Park, Idaho. It started out just taking trips to Yellowstone to see the animals and geysers. But over the years, our travels to this part of the world have become a tradition and a staple which I hope are never exhausted.
In the beginning, we would simply overnight it in a local West Yellowstone hotel. Today, our family (mom and dad) own four, wonderful condos at the Island Park Village Resort where we experience every luxury. The resort has a pool, tennis courts, golf course, a variety of rental programs, racquetball, and even ping pong. My kids also engage in the weekly craft gatherings to the playing of every board (bored) game under the sun.
Island Park is a heavily wooded, mountainous area which experiences perfect 70 degree temperatures in the summer. Here, streams around every bend meander their way through one pristine meadow after another. Animals such as moose, deer, elk, and even bear wander freely and uninhibited. Fishing is ideal. ATV'ers are spoiled with trails that lead everywhere and nowhere. The air is crisp and fresh, which, when accompanied with the surreal Island Park surroundings, rejuvenate the soul.
One could simply sit on the porch and watch the sun set and feel.... overwhelmingly.... satisfied.
Complete.
I love it here. I want to grow old in this place. And yes, I want Island Park to house my final resting spot as well!
This last week we finished up another successful vacation as a family at Island Park and like all our vacations, the days went by too fast. I need this place to be a little more permanent!
I guess it's back to counting down the days till our return next year.
Thanks mom and dad, for introducing me and my family to this part of the world and enabling our frequent return. Island Park is a legacy you have fostered which I intend to share with my family and we will always be grateful to you for the many wonderful experiences you have facilitated.
You will always be remembered for your loving generosity. We love you!
you might want to edit the part about you making this place a little more permanent.
I too share in your love for Island Park. The day after I graduated from High School I moved to Island Park to live for 6 months. I hope to someday own a cabin to share with my family up there.
I hope you get to. I think it is great that you have a family spot like that in which you all love and can be together. Nothing compares to bonding time with the family! I am more aware of that now than I ever was, I think.