Our Christmas Letter 2010

 Wayne playing "Minute to Win it"

I have always loved to get the mail in December.  Every day promises to find letters from family and friends who have touched our lives and left imprints on our hearts.  This year I will be sending cards out, however decided I would post my letter on our blog so I would have it printed and placed in our yearly log of posts.  So, if you are one who does not like/love the Christmas letters, don't read this post.  I try not to brag or boast but do love my boys and consider our family very blessed, 2010 was no exception.

Wayne:  serves in the YM's presidency working with the teachers.  This is the first time in quite awhile that he does not have one of his own boys in the quorum.  He enjoys working with these YM and despite what he says, I think he is truly where he should be.  This year Wayne, Bridger and Stetson were able to go on a father and sons backpacking trip to the Windrivers.  This is an awesome hike that is really quite difficult, but necessary to go if you want to go where the fish are.  They had an amazing time and as many know our lives are changing in the next little bit and it will be a few years before this can happen again.  His dad was able to draw out for a moose tag this year and I'm sure you are not surprised to know they were successful at finding a bull.  Bridger was able to be with them and it is a memory that he will have forever.

Tammy:  What a difference a year makes.  Last year I really didn't feel like putting together a letter as everything in my life had changed.  Now, a year later, things are once again as they should be.  I love my job.  I work as a treatment coordinator for Bountiful Orthodontics and I love it.  I still am learning everyday but find I'm amazed at the impact a new smile has on a person.  I miss the friendships I formed in the many years at the Church offices, however do not miss working the grave shift, holidays or weekends.  I currently serve as the Stake Primary President and that has been something that has helped me to grow so much.  I find myself a lot more on my knees and am grateful for the knowledge that He listens and answers our prayers.  I love the quote, who He calls, He qualifies.  It is a quote that gives me encouragement.  I am truly blessed to serve in such a capacity, I love the Primary organization and the children and leaders of our stake. 

Bridger:  Graduated from WX with honors and continues to work and save.  After another Summer of mowing lawns for the city of NSL, and several of our neighbors the snow fell and he found himself looking for something to fill his days until he leaves for his mission.  So, L-3 Communications is where he spends his days and then if that wasn't enough, Salt City Burgers has also employed him on the weekends and some evenings.  He is most happy when he is busy and everyone comments on his work ethic and dependability.  If you follow our blog you know that he is currently waiting to leave for the Honduras San Pedro Sula mission.  He is anxiously counting the days, and I am hesistantly counting the days.  I will miss him terribly, but know this is what he has been taught and knows to be true.  He is excited to go and find those looking for the light.  He is so prepared and ready to serve.

Stetson:  Turned 16 this year and a lot has changed in his life, too.  He, along with the help of a loan from his brother, purchased another Honda to sit in our driveway.  He works at the local Cinemark theater and enjoys the free popcorn and movies as a benefit of working there.  He's a good student and studies hard every day.  He earned his Eagle which is necessary in our home if you want your license and was awarded along with Bridger in a Court of Honor.  He is one who loves physical fitness and can often be found working out downstairs, running on the treadmill, or weather permitting,  Bountiful Boulevard.  He also enjoys his membership at the rec. center. 

Caleb:  is 12 and not a little boy anymore.  He, too has caught hunting/fishing fever big time.  He shot his first deer this year, with one shot, btw, and too many fish to count.  He spent many days at Bear Lake and stood watch and lessened the woodpecker population.  He's an excellent shot and Wayne could not be more proud.  He still enjoys spending time at home and "chillin" but can be convinced to go run errands and even Costco if the price is right.  He is currently dating Wayne and I as he accompanies us almost everywhere.

Who would have thought that these boys would have really grown up.  I had heard it so many times and until now never really believed it would really happen.  We are so blessed to have such wonderful  young men in our home.  They are extremely hard workers and we are told often what great boys they are. 

We hope you have a wonderful holiday season.