Parent Teacher Conference

Tonight was parent teacher conference for Traverse Mountain Elementary.  Gray was scheduled first and his teacher Mrs. Schwanke had wonderful things to say about him.  She said that Gray is very bright and should actually test for the ALL program which is a program for the gifted students.  She said that Gray is testing off the charts in all of his reading/writing testing.  She said that he is a self started and once his work is done he just finds something else to work on.  He is always willing to help others and is a joy to have in class.  Next up was Harlee and Mrs. Schuarhamer loves her.  She said that Harlee is doing amazing in all of her school work.  She is very kind and helpful.  She may talk just a little too much but is a joy to have in class.  Nash was up next with his teacher Mrs. Andes.  She said that Nash should be tested for the ALL program.  She said that he is testing way above grade level in all subjects.  She said he talks a little too much in class but is kind and a joy to have in class.  I am so proud of all these cute kids!  Such good students and examples to those around them. 

Super Bowl

After Wyatt's blessing we came home to watch our one football game a year, the Super Bowl.  We bought papa murphy's on Saturday and lots of treats!  We changed into our comfy clothes and sat down to enjoy the Eagles vs. the Patriots.  It is so fun to spend time together as a family and I actually really enjoyed the game.  The Patriots were supposed to win but the Eagles actually did!  So fun to route for the underdog. 

Reunited and it feels so good

We finally made it happen again!  Ava's mom and I planned a McDonalds date to get Ava and Tag around again.  Tag was so excited to see her again.  She made him a valentine and they enjoyed playing together.  They have such a sweet friendship and I so hope that we can continue to get them together.

Wyatt's Blessing

Today we had the opportunity to go to Wyatt's blessing.  He is seriously the cutest!  The blessing was beautiful and actually spoke of brothers and sisters for Wyatt!  Looks like we will have many blessings to attend in the future!  It was so great to attend as a family and to hold Joey's hand during a sacrament meeting.  I miss that!  So grateful for the opportunity to support Hailee and Ty and their growing family.

Harlee is an hour more mature

Today was Harlee's 5th grade Maturation program.  She was super nervous that it would be uncomfortable but it was actually really good.  Along with technicalities of growing up the sweet nurse reminded us as mothers to love ourselves so we can teach that to our daughters.  It was a great and needed reminder.  After the maturation program I checked Harlee out of school and we went to Summit Inn Pizza for some pizza doodles and a pizooki!  I LOVE spending time with Harlee she is truly the best daughter there is.  She is an example to me and one of my greatest blessings.

Heart Attack Mini Meet

Tonight we had the Heart Attack Mini Meet in Provo.  Since Luke is over 12 he did not attend the meet.  Nash and Gray did so well!  They have been practicing so much and it is paying off.  Here are their stats:

Gray: 100 IM- 2:07:44- 2nd place
          50 Fly- 1:11:59 - 3rd place
          50 Breast- 1:10:66 - 1st place

Nash: 50 Fly- 1:02:71- 1st place
          50 Back- 47 - 1st place
          100 Free- 1:29:91- 4th place

I am so proud of them!  We celebrated their success with our In & Out tradition.   Totally a win-win for all!

Touchdown Dance

When I was getting ready for the day this morning, Nash came in my bathroom.  He told me that in his class that day they were going to have a Touchdown Dance competition.  I asked him what he was going to do and he said "I am going to do the worm and then some of this (he pointed his finger from one corner to the other, the Staying Alive move), and then probably the running man."  I love it!  I love the confidence that he has to get up in front of his class and share his dance moves.  Wish I could bottle some of that!  *These are his touchdown poses!

Swimming in January

The weather has been pretty amazing for winter and I am loving it.  The weather is between high 40's and low 50's.  It so does not feel like January.  So Tuesday I decided to take the kids swimming at the Legacy Center.  It took some convincing for Tag since he feared it would be cold.  Once I told him that the water was warm and the pool was inside, he was so excited to go.  We decided to go from 4-6pm so both Gray and Nash would have an hour of free swim time.  They all had a blast.  I was so grateful that they could enjoy swimming and I know they will all sleep well tonight!

Friends Forever

On Saturday we picked Aubrey off at dance at 12:30pm and she spent the rest of the day and night hanging out with her BFF!  I love their friendship!  They come up with the craziest ideas like pretend road trips, going down the stairs on a sleeping bag, and many other crazy ideas.  They have so much fun together and always pick up right where they left off. 

Nash gets his Wolf

Tonight we had Nash's pack meeting for scouts.  He was super excited to go because he was getting his Wolf.  He had worked so hard and accomplished all of the requirements to get this reward.  Before they had him pin me they had him drink the "blood of the wolf" aka gatorade.  After he guzzled the blood he put the wolf pin on my sweater upside down.  The rule is I can turn it rightside up as soon as he does a good deed.  As soon as we were leaving and he held the door open for me, I turned the pin!  So proud of you Nash!  You worked hard and earned this award!

Luke's first sacrament talk

Today Luke gave his first talk in sacrament meeting.  He has the confidence I wish I had.  He spoke on the Book of Mormon.  He shared several things that can be learned from the Book of Mormon.  Then he spoke of the challenge given by Gary Stevenson to limit screen time and spend that time studying the Book of Mormon.  He shared the experiences that several teens had when accepting the challenge.  He then shared his testimony.  He said:

"In closing, I would like to add my testimony about the Book of Mormon.  Every morning that we read the Book of Mormon I get a better start to my day.  It helps me feel closer to my Heavenly Father.  It makes me want to strive to be kind to others and follow the example of my Savior.  I look forward to learning more this year as I read it with the focus of the Savior."

As he spoke I got a little choked up.  Where did my little boy go?  He has grown up into a very handsome young man.  I am so proud of him and so grateful for his example.