I love fall. I don't think I appreciated it before we moved to the Midwest. I think I love it more now because I know what is coming next. Scarecrow Day at the First Grade
Emma’s new Room
Twelve year-old Emma was really anxious to get rid of her "Little Girl Bedroom". New paint, bedspread, window treatments, bed and pink accessories have given her the teen bedroom she wanted. It was a fun project to do.
Topic Study: Names of God
(Started May 2005, Updated October 2009 TG Entry: Name of the Lord) Analyzed as part of trying to determine the different names of God the Father. I References to Elohim Matt. 6:9 (Luke 11:2; 3 Ne. 13:9) Hallowed be thy n. Matt. 28:19 teach all nations, baptizing them in the n. of the Father John … Continue reading Topic Study: Names of God
Kip at High Adventure
Kip spent a week in August at Stake High Adventure Camp in Wisconsin. They did a lot of leadership training and had some great activities. Kip enjoyed wall climbing and brought home a new outdoor game for us--Koob.
Marching Band
September is a busy month because of Marching Band. This year both Emma and Abby are in color guard for their school bands. Abby is co-captain for her squad and is very polished. She has worked hard to perfect the rifle. These pictures are from the Bolingbrook parade.
New School Year
Quinn is off to 1st Grade. He is excited for the new year and it will be a big change for me not to have anyone home during the day. Abby is a senior this year and Emma is in 7th grade. It's going to be a great year.
California Trip
August 15th- 22nd, 2009 A GREAT Vacation. It began in Sacramento: -visit with fabulous friends -massive rental car-- "The Tank" -Train Museum -good food -Young Adult activities for Abby -an evening at the Sacramento Temple -a day at the water park -honey walnut prawns at Frank Fat's -Jelly Belly Factory tour Then we traveled … Continue reading California Trip
Blueberries
We are all set for a year of "Blueberry Buckle"! Emma, Quinn and I spent a morning at the blueberry farm and picked 14 lbs. of very sweet blueberries. Yum.
John Deere
Quinn LOVES John Deere tractors. He has informed us that he wants to be a John Deere driver when he grows up. There is a fantastic museum at John Deere headquarters in Moline, IL and we had a memorable summer get away there in July. Quinn got to sit in a dozen tractors -combines - … Continue reading John Deere
Abby in Utah
Abby spent a week in Utah with Krista. They visited Bob & Mary and Abby spent the night with her friend, Brooks. Then they went to Monticello for the 24th of July. A fun trip to the lake, a parade, good food, a stop at Arches National Park and lots of family were the highlights.
