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!

Cousins come to play

Landen and Logen came over Wednesday afternoon to play. What a better way to spend the afternoon than digging in the dirt pile?

Come back again soon boys!

Kassie's Fourth Year Hike

I have been unable to get pictures on my blog for days! I been trying since Kassie left on Monday to blog about her hike. Finally, I got it to work! Kassie left Monday morning for a four day hike on the Appalachian Trail. Her pack weighed right around 25 pounds. She hiked during the day and slept in a tent at night. There were no bathrooms, no showers. With the help of a sharp rock, she dug holes just off the trail in order to relieve herself. On day two or three she bathed and washed her hair in a creek. She cooked her meals using a Sterno stove. Is this my daughter? The same child that pouted and cried during simple short family hikes? How did she do it? She told me she was praying the entire time, "Just help me get around the next bend!" "Please get me up this hill!" With the Lord's help, she did it! We're proud of you Kassie!