Kim and Kaity Visit!

Aunt Kimmy and Cousin Kaity came for a visit just a couple weeks before Kaity left for the MTC! She is going to Brazil! It was the first time these cousins met. I very much loved getting to know Kaity again as a grown up! I hadn't seen her in years! She is such a wonderful girl! It always fun to see Kimmy too!

Matchy Matchy 

This one makes me smile because Molly looks so delighted back there!

Busch Gardens

Patty cake

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The Biggest Heart Award

 At the end of this school year, Eliza's Third Grade teacher, Mrs. Kelly, gave an award to each child in her class.  She explained that she spent time thinking about each child before choosing what to write on their certificate. Eliza was honored with The Biggest Heart Award.  The next day I talked to Mrs. Kelly at the class picnic. She told me that Eliza was awarded The Biggest Heart Award because she never said an unkind thing the entire school year. She said that Eliza is a very sweet girl who is kind to everyone and so she chose her for The Biggest Heart Award.

I told Eliza that there is nothing I would rather hear! I am proud of her for doing well in school and earning the Super Kid award from the principal. I want her to be a good student. However, I care a lot more that she is kind to others and trying to live her life as a disciple of Jesus Christ.

A couple of weeks ago, Eliza's Activity Day leader, Sister Peebles, told me that Eliza thanks her at the end of each activity, every time. I am so glad Eliza remembers to be grateful! She's a good kiddo!

19 Month Old Grant

Backyard Water Fun with Kylee and Parker

They can't be THAT thirsty? Gross.