Stake conference, aka, Travis' day off.
Say it ain't so!
Ginger wanted to play in the school talent show. She worked very hard!
Violet's 5th grade wax museum.
Moments where you think...should I stop this?
Five little monkeys jumping on the tramp.
Ivy kindergarten class also had a wax museum!
Fun times at the cabin.
Violet and Ginger competed at Reach for the Peaks, they both did wonderfully!
We were delighted Zyanya could join us. She's practically our adopted daughter. One rule during dinner, however- you can only speak Chinese! It wasn't a problem for most of them. Ivy's excited to start learning next year.
Ginger had a very special birthday in December- she turned 8! Can't believe how fast this girl is growing. She was so excited to be baptized!
It was a cold January day when we went to take photos, but she was a good sport putting her coat on and off..
We love our Ginger. She has such a kind heart and is very compassionate and considerate of others. If ever I'm going through a stressful time, she'll be the first to reach out- "Mom, I'm sorry you're having a hard day. Is there something I can do for you?" Such a sweet day for such a Christlike child.
Before we knew it, it was Christmas Eve. We went to Mamie and Papa's that evening and the kids immediately gravitated towards their "twin".
After a yummy meal of appetizers, we sang out favorite Christmas songs and opened presents from Mamie and Papa.
I love to see the love. :)
Unfortunately, Violet and Talmage got bad colds around this time and we spent the next couple of days resting. Once the worst had past, we headed to the cabin for the week.
I suppose this is more of a photo dump of the every day life. But it's important, nonetheless.
Talmage and I have somewhat of a schedule throughout the week. He loves Tuesdays because that's when we go to...
Sometimes we'll stop by the bookstore and share a jalapeno bagel or a chocolate milk.
Ginger has been in speech therapy this year from the BYU Speech Clinic. She is doing so great, and her therapists love her so much. She loved how her fall therapist had the same name as her middle name!
Travis always makes sure the youth are taken care of and are exposed to quality mutual activities. They went ice skating before Christmas. For most of them it was their first time on the ice!
One morning I caught Jaxon just playing with Talmage before he went to school. I really appreciate their close relationship, despite their age difference. Jaxon loves to play with Talmage most days after school. Talmage can't wait for him to come home.
Speaking of Jaxon, he's just loving middle school. He is involved in Latinos en Accion and every week they tutor students at a local elementary school. You'll notice his headlamp. Sigh...yes, that's him.
He's still doing the cello thing (in the back!)...
Oh, and I should also note that I got a job! Honestly, it's not a big gig. As a Spanish storyteller, I work 5 hours a week. It's definitely doable. right up my alley, and gets me out of the house.
