for summer…
Looking forward to a lot of this… & a little hiking, bike riding (we rode the river trail yesterday with the family- 9 miles, phew :), BBQ’s, dance recitals, football & soccer games, along with some good summer reading. Love this time of year! We’re missing Josh, he’s in Lake Powell for a week with friends, and Nick’s getting things ready for his mission, it will be here before we know it, sigh.
Sage left, Sophie right
These first pictures from a visit to Temple Square a week before their baptism, the girls counting down the days, such pure little girls! It was a little strange when perfect strangers came up with their camera and asked if they can take a picture.
Jesus, their hero
Sage (left) and Sophie (rt), excitement and butterflies on their special day. Our family was asked to sing for the musical number at their baptism, “My Life is a Gift”, many said we harmonized well. It was a large group with seven children getting baptized, so neat directing the opening song with a full congregation singing “I Love to See the Temple”, it’s been awhile since I’ve directed music.
So neat having Nick baptize Sage, and Paul baptized Sophie. And the confirmation Paul gave brought tears to my eyes, it was so meaningful.
Below are the girls “All About Me” forms. They filled them out independently, such similarities and differences. The bishop called them up in church to welcome them as the newest members of our ward and read about them, very cute, they have a sweet connection with our new bishop, he’s great with kids. I love that they both put Jesus as their hero!
Love you tons Sophie and Sage, and great choice to be baptized!
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until school is out! The kids are counting down, and I’m condensing my list of things to get done before it’s out…
My “little hula honey’s” printed on their shirt. Spirit week for the last week of school is extra exciting in a school that wears uniforms all year (big fan of uniforms). The girls were thrilled to wear their new toe socks, although they had to cover them with shoes, I’m sure they’ll let their friends know about their socks :). Trevor ran out the door before I could get a picture, but he dressed for athletic day. I’m looking forward to a great summer and finally some good weather. Have a great week!
Day 2 added…
Crazy Hair Day, doesn’t get much crazier then that, that second picture cracks me up
check back tomorrow for athletic day, a progressive post :)
It came, my oldest sons mission call! (there were some paperwork delays [dr’s portion], then it was sent to his college dorm instead of home, so we were happy to finally have it in hand). We’re so happy for him and his desire to serve the Lord as a full time missionary for 2 years. He’ll be missed, but he’ll do great!
Nick is called to the... Mesa, Arizona mission, Spanish speaking. Woot! It really feels right and Nick feels good about it. As a mom, it will be comforting having him stateside, although it won’t be a breeze, I know he’ll do well with the language and love the people. So, he enters the MTC (missionary training center) on July 20th. It will come quick so enjoying our time with him before he leaves.
Sophie & Sage tell me often how much they’ll miss him
You’ll be missed Nick- your witty sense of humor, your ambition, your positive attitude, and your genuine friendship and care for others & family, and your love for the Lord. But we’re happy to share you with the world as you can share the gospel with others! Love you Elder B!
Thanks everyone (friends & family) for congratulations and well wishes- in person, emails, and Facebook. And his sweet friend Lindsey and her mom, who joined us over Skype when he opened his call, glad we could share that special moment with you.
at Airborne… Can you believe they’re 8 already
acrobats
Sage’s BFF watching her flip, but who says the kids get all the fun?
taking a break- ready for pizza, cup-cakes, and gifts
Sophie stole Josh’s seat, so he sat on her lap. Nick was there too, but he kept his distance since he’s getting over a cough. I have good news to share about my oldest (Nick), post coming.
happy to see they’re excited over a good book, chapter books!
Their favorite gifts were the toe socks from their brothers, cute with your flip flops girls!
Sophie & Sage, you are growing into delightful young girls, so loving, smart, and full of life! It’s been a great year, you’ve learned and grown so much, you’re a good friend to others and have added so much to our family. Hard to believe it’s been almost 5 years since you’ve been home, I’m still in awe at how well you’ve adjusted and bonded, I’m glad you’ve always had each other! Big hugs for my 8 year olds, love you like Crazy Cakes!
Lovin the Lazy River, huge hot tub, palm trees and beautiful weather. Sage, Sophie, Trevor
Sophie on IPad, Sage helping push the cart, and even snuck a picture of my boys Josh & Nick :)
Our stay in Anaheim was delightful, a new place just blocks from Disneyland. It had a vibrant contemporary décor with all the fun stuff, very family friendly. We enjoyed the fireworks on the roof the first night, and came back to this welcoming bouquet of balloons for the girls.
Our last day at the beach Huntington. It felt like ice water to me, but that didn’t stop the boys from jumping in to catch some waves. Even Danny who lives here got in to show them some boogie boarding tips, that says a lot!
Fish tacos on the beach, then a to-die-for macadamia dessert at Dukes around the corner, later back to the resort for warmer swimming and hot tub. It was great spending time with good friends, D & L, and their adorable Maya. Such fun family times, until next time!
