22 February 2010

Milestones


Chickadee went on a Youth Temple trip for the first time last weekend.



Big Red made it to Black Belt!


It's a Family Tradition

The yearly spring fun run!

Big Red ran a 5K in 34:34! Which is only about 4 min behind her mom!
Little Red ran her mile in 9:30! She had so much fun, and this year Dad was able to run with us.

Two of the girls were unable or disinclined to participate this year,
but the two that did really enjoyed themselves!

Must Read!


This is an incredible story of the ongoing commitment of one individual and the difference that can be made when you seek to love and understand before you judge or seek to change. It is a history book, a love story, geography lesson, and a political and philosophical discussion. It's about educating girls. Girls that become Mothers that educate generations.


Three Cups of Tea



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This is the continuing story. So far it is as good as the first. Mr. Mortensen should receive the Nobel Peace prize. I hope our kids and grandkids read about this dedicated accidental philanthropist.


Stones into Schools

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14 February 2010

New Year!

We had some fabulous visitors for the New Year.  My brother and my grandmother came to visit!  While Chickadee was at her first youth activity, a New Years Eve party, Uncle dipped chocolate pretzles with the other girls.  He is quite the culinary artist, and we enjoyed his dinners and treats. 


New Years Day we went to White Sands! See my little Grandma!  
We are so glad she came to see us!  


On their visit we also went roller skating, antique shopping, and out to the rifle range.
What a great way to start the year.  We love you!

Happy Valentines Day!