Pioneer Day...

July 4th... Pioneer Day.  So thankful for the bravery of the Mormon pioneers and their strength of character.  Thank you for your tremendous sacrifice.

Hanging out with our kids is my favorite place to be.

 Ooh, aaw...

And all by the light of a full moon...

How does our garden grow...

Good times planting a neighborhood garden complete with potatoes, corn, pumpkins, squash, beans, etc.  We have such wonderful neighbors and friends.  Thanks to the Condes for donating the soil and water.  So whos turn is it to water?

Mayor's Regonition Award...

Rachel with Mayor Wilford Clyde

During May, Rachel received the Mayor's Community Youth Recognition Award.  Each year one student from each elementary school in Nebo School District is nominated by his/her Principal or teacher to receive this award.  They kept the reason for the award a surprise until that night.  Apparently, Rachel organized and headed out a large group of kids that went to the principles office to see if they could get permission and cleaning supplies to help clean up all the graffiti on the bathroom stalls.  They used many of their recesses to help with the clean up.  She also gave a small pep talk at one of the assembelies asking the kids to help keep the school graffiti free.  This was all news to me and Alex.  Way to go, Rachel!! We are so happy that you are choosing to make a difference!  

The award said...
For valuable contribution to:
~Springville City~
~Cherry Creek Elementary~

~Her family~

and

~Friends~

Thank you for your positive example in our community!

She received all kinds of goodies too!

Catching up... the story of my life...

I've been reminded by many that it's time to update my blog.  Look for daily posts this week as I try to play catch up.  Not so many details, but lots of pictures to come.   

 A quick trip to St. George in May...

Do you like the haircut that Ben gave himself the day before we left?

They started swimming at 7:30 am... no sleeping in for mom.