Reliving a part of my past

Kassie and I both participated in a Young Women's talent show at church this past Wednesday night. Since I don't have any normal talents like singing, dancing, playing an instrument or being artistic, I had to resort to storytelling! Years ago during college and while teaching, (even before attending college), I attended all the storytelling workshops that I could. I loved it! In teaching, story time was always my favorite time of the day whether I was reading children's literature, or telling one, I enjoyed this the most! Kassie tells about her painting of Kaden. Kassie then took the following photographs of me while performing my "talent" of storytelling.

Looking at these pictures, I realized I must have made a fool of myself! Oh well, it's best that the young women know me for who I really am, right? LOL!!!

Too cool for the pool!

So far this summer Brady has only gone to the pool with us one time. While everyone else was having fun with their friends playing in and around the pool, Brady stood back and watched.

He eventually ventured in with Kaden, and in time made his way to the deep end for a short underwater swim, but that was it.

When we first arrived at the pool he was greeted by a girl from his class. Then later while Brady was spending time over by the fence, two other girls approached him. These girls were having fun talking with Brady and ewing and awing over his adorable baby brother! With all of these girls looking at Brady he didn't dare go in the pool or be seen with his brothers and sisters, besides Kaden of course. My thirteen and a half year old son is now far too cool for the pool!

Kenzie joins the church!

Kenzie turned eight years old on June 6th. Dale baptized her on Sunday, June 22nd. Kenzie's former Primary teacher, Corky Dimura gave a talk on baptism and our dear friend and neighbor, Virginia Reid spoke on the Holy Ghost.

Afterward we provided a meal for those who attended the baptism. Kenzie wanted barbecue, chips and dip! We also had baby carrots with dip and a variety of desserts, including Brady's muffins. Kenzie had a wonderful turn out. She was especially pleased the Nana and Pappy could attend.

Do you know the muffin man?

He lives on Bollinger Road!

When I told Brady I wanted muffins for Kenzie's baptism, he insisted he would do it. I was there as his guide, but he did most of the work. He made lemon chocolate chip and pumpkin chocolate chip, both were delicious!

Yum! Thanks Brady!