Summer is...

Over!

I do not know where the summer has gone, but it's official, it's over. Today was the girls first day back to school, and they couldn't have been more excited. They set their alarm to wake at 6:30 a.m. and they came up stairs all dressed and ready for they day.

So now we will have to exchange these lazy days for

these. Dressed for school in our uniforms!

A Humbling Day

Our ward has become so large it was necessary for us to split into two wards. So this last Sunday, that is exactly what happened. Our one ward became two and Clint was made our new bishop.

When we were both called into the Stake President's office and Clint was asked to be the new bishop, I immediately began crying. I just knew this was going to be an overwhelming call at first, but then I began to think of how wonderful this will be. I couldn't help but think of all the good he can do, and what an example and source of strength he can be for others.

Since he was issued the call there has been an amazing feeling in our home of peace and love, and I know that we will be blessed during this time as Clint serves the ward.

I am so grateful for you Clint and the amazing example you are to me!

Summer Happenings

Here is a quick list of some fun activities we have been enjoying this summer:

Faculty Retreat in the Uintas and hike around Mirror Lake

Meeting up with friends from our last neighborhood and enjoying Chuck E Cheese together

The kids finished the summer reading program at the library and are enjoying their free lunch at Del Taco

Loving the cool water at a local splash pad with some wonderful friends

Oquirrh Mountain Temple

This last week we had a wonderful afternoon and spent our time touring the Oquirrh Mountain Temple. What a beautiful building and a special opportunity to be with all our kids at the temple. They all marveled at it's beauty and Abby especially enjoyed the chandeliers and the bride's changing room.

I "do" love to see the temple.

Inexpensive Summer Idea

In case you hadn't heard, all children aged 5 and older can play 2 free games "everyday" this summer at Fat Cats. What a deal! We have taken the kids several times already and they have really enjoyed it.

Summer is almost over, so hurry on to Fat Cats website to register your kids.