Tales of a Fourth Grade Somebody...Caleb

Eating scones at Rendevous with his good friend, Walker.

He is such a cute boy...I just love him.

Caleb is the one with the coonskin hat on. My camera is terrible at far away. I had a friend take pictures for me, and when I get them I'll post better ones. He really wouldn't admit it, but it was a great program and he did a good job at singing and knowing all the actions to each song.

I love the end of a school year, all the fun things happen. In the last couple of weeks here a some pics from Caleb's adventures as a fourth grader. I don't have much info to write as it was Wayne who was able to go with him. They had a great time at Fort Buenoventura in Ogden. This was definately something they both enjoyed and felt right at home.

A Proud Moment and other Stories

Caleb's favorite pose: Blue Steele

This is what happens when you get a too big of pizza for your oven. Just FYI the Family Size pizza from Papa Murphy's didn't fit our oven. Just a hair too big, the only thing I can think is that it touched both the front and back and when it heated, it expanded and broke the window of my oven. Now, mind you it's fixable; but $152.00 later we got a new window, which to be honest, I was perfectly happy with the old one. And to make matters worse, when the man put it in, he neglected to wipe off his fingerprints and they glare at me every time I put something in the oven. I have an appointment this week to have him come back and if he did it, which how else would they have gotten there, then I don't have to pay. But, if they are not his, then there will be a charge. I may need some forensic stuff to prove my case. Where's Matlock when I need him?

This past week we were able to go attend Honors Night at South Davis. Stetson received the President's Gold Award, which means, he maintained a 3.75-4.0 average for his entire junior high experience. With the exception of two terms, he earned a 4.0. He also received the High Honor award and the National Junior Honor Society Award.

Wayne and I were quite proud, all of our boys are excellent students and it's times like these that remind us just how blessed we are.

Totally WICKED!!!

Last night I did something I have wanted to do for quite a long time. The production of WICKED is in Salt Lake. I wanted to get tickets but it was next to impossible. One day while sitting at the computer and browsing KSL.com, I spotted someone looking to trade one ticket as his wife was not able to attend. I quickly emailed him and asked if he wasn't able to trade, would he consider selling. He said he would do that, so for $80.00 I purchased one ticket. I was so excited, even if I would be going alone.

Wayne took me to dinner and then dropped me off at the front door, I went in found my seat and waited for the show to begin. I did sit by a really nice couple from Idaho Falls who were so kind and kept me company until it began. Can I just tell you, it didn't matter that I was by myself...it was AMAZING! I have heard and sung some of the songs from the production, but they take on a whole new meaning after you've seen the show.

I loved it. I'm now ready to go and stand in the "lottery" and try and go again. It was a great night, and when it was over, Wayne picked me up at the front door and drove me back home. I couldn't have asked for better vip service.

Easter Weekend

Why is it that Caleb is always near the water? Every bit a boy.

Don't they look pleased to be getting their picture taken?

Playing chess with the kids. We love Elder Hansen and Elder Guenther.

Elder Hansen loves getting his picture taken...not!

We have always celebrated the commercial part of Easter on Saturday so the Savior can be the main focus on Sunday. This year we had our friend Holly Hyde take family pictures on Saturday at Gardner Village. She did a great job and I'm excited to see the results. Gone are the days of matching outfits and coordination. I was just lucky to get them there. Thanks Holly.

Easter Sunday was a wonderful day to remember the Atonement and the promise of eternal life. We invited the missionaries, Elder Hansen and Elder Guenther to enjoy Easter dinner with us. We love the missionaries and are sad that Elder Hansen will be transfered on Wednesday. However, Elder Guenther will stay and another great Elder will step in.

Pay it Forward Game

Winners are: TRINA, TAMMY N., SARAH, KATHLEEN B., STACEY J, MARYLYN, & JENNIE! Please send me your address so I can get it in the mail. So much, fun!!! Ok, I did 7. I took off the comments somehow on my blog and so I get to send more surprises. Thank you so much for playing.

Since I've joined Facebook, I feel as if I'm not very faithful to my true and first love; our blog. I haven't had a comment for so long, thought this might help.

Here's how it goes: The first five people to respond to this post will get something made by me! My choice--for you!

This offer does have some restrictions and limitations:
1. I make NO guarantees that you will LIKE what I make! (I can only hope)
2. What I create will be just for you.
3. It WILL be done this year.
4. You have no CLUE what it’s going to be … it may be cards, a bookmark, something delicious or a complete surprise to you (and me!) … who knows?
5. Most importantly, you MUST offer the same deal on your blog - the first 5 people to comment on your blog get something made by YOU!

Grandma's Bridge

My grandma's backyard is amazing. She has a creek that runs right through it and it's shaded and wooded and is just, for lack of a better word, amazing. All of us seem to come to this place and take pictures on the bridge. This past Sunday I decided it was time to go and pay her and the bridge a visit.

I love my grandma. She is in her 80's and still remembers everyone and everything. In fact, she is the glue that keeps us all together. If we want to know what's going on in the family, we visit grandma for an update.

We had such a great visit, we looked at old photo albums and laughed and reminisced. We love you Grandma. We'll try and be better at visiting.

Happiness

Today has been such a beautiful day it always makes me have the cleaning itch. So, while cleaning out a drawer I came across this saying, it used to be so true and still is. I love when Wayne, and the boys come home from work and school. Thought I'd share it with my friends, here it is:

There is no greater happiness for a man than approaching a door at the end of the day knowing someone on the other side of that door is waiting for the sound of his footsteps.

Sometimes those footsteps didn't come fast enough, if you know what I mean.