Priesthood

Noah was ordained a deacon and received the Priesthood. Everyone was there to see it- Grandma and Grandpa, Grammy and Papa, Uncle Dave and Aunt Jenny- it was a great day. His dad ordained him. I can't tell you how proud I was when I saw him passing the sacrament for the first time and every time since. He is a righteous young man who works to keep himself worthy. I am so blessed to have a testimony of the gospel and so humbled to pass that onto my kids. He is an amazing young man! Not to mention handsome. Like his dad.

Ward Business

Behold- our new Bishop. He will be wonderful- I hope I can keep up.

Side Business

I have been doing a lot of photo shoots lately and I love it. It's fun and you get to know a lot of cool people. It's a bummer that it's usually in the evenings, and that takes away from family time. The money isn't bad either! In Washington the best time for these shoots is fall-- it's so beautiful and still warm enough. I'm lucky that my sister introduced me to photography 5 years ago!

Soccer Season

Adam's at it again. Another year of soccer and he isn't messing around. He means business out there and it's fun to watch him play. Jason coached his team again this year and they had a great time together and with the other boys. They have been a team for a few years now so it's fun for them. Go Rapids!

Happy Noah Day!

Noah- you're twelve. What? When did that happen? Gosh kid we love you! You are an sweet and funny boy. You are easy going and fun to hang around with. You always know what games to play and love to lead your brother and sister in them. You are kinda shy. You are an amazing student and get really good grades. You are never mean to anyone and are a friend to anyone who needs one. Some things you love: making funny videos, jumping on the trampoline, swimming, camp outs, Regular Show, Soccer, Minecraft, spaghetti, big noodle soup, chocolate chip cookies, reading, Warriors books. You are so obedient and always try to do the right thing. We sure do love you so much! We are blessed for having such a strong and sweet oldest son!

Happy Adam Day!

Adam- you're nine. You are a sweet little boy. You work hard and you play harder. To know you is to love you. Truly- so many people love you. The things you love: baseball, soccer, basketball, swimming, jumping on the trampoline, math, tortellini with parmesan cheese, pepper, sweets, playing with your younger cousins, Regular Show and American Ninja Warrior. You are full of confidence and love to try new things. You know you will be THE BEST at whatever you try. You have worked so hard at school this year and done so well to get your reading and writing on track with the rest of your class. Your class and primary teacher love you! You are so sweet with younger kiddos, you want to run a daycare when you grow up. You are so helpful to me and your little sister- we don't know what we would do without you. We sure do love you! You add so much love and excitement into our lives. It's a thrill and wonderful challenge to raise a son like you!

Cubs

Guess who Adam's new den leader is? What a lucky boy!

That's What Big Brother's Do

I never get tired of this sight from my window in the morning. He is truly a sweet and loving big brother!

Sixty Years Old

Dad turned sixty and we all got together to celebrate. We sure do love him a lot. We BBQ-ed and the kiddos swam in the hot tub. It was a beautiful day! The sun was wonderful and view from Mom and Dad's new house was amazing. It is so nice to be all together. Dad it would be hard to say how much you mean to us all, but I think it says the most about you that your family, the ones who know you the best, all love, admire, and respect you so much. You are the best.

Eager Little Learners

So Noah headed out to middle school. The dreaded 6th grade! Yikes. I was very nervous. I love that kid and I think he's great and I just hope the world will be gentle with him. He's growing up- but he's still waiting anxiously for the growth spurt he's been hearing so much about. He wants more height and maybe more width? He had a good first day and our fingers are crossed for a good year!
 
Now Adam leaves for school ready to take on the world! Seriously this is a confident kid. He may have struggles with reading and writing but nothing is going to slow him down. He is a force of nature and at the same time a very helpful and loving little friend. He had a great teacher this year, Mrs. Berentson and we hope for a 3rd grade year full of success!
 
Be still my heart- this little one can't be going to school can she? Little sweetheart! I miss her already. Thank goodness for half day kindergarten!