Thursday, November 3, 2022

A very boring day subbing at Cedar Valley. Sometimes it just feels like a big waste of time.
 

Wednesday, November 2, 2022

This technically happened on November 3, but whatever. It's too cute not to post. Olive was giving Brad moral support during the tense final inning of the World Series Game 4.
 

Tuesday, November 1, 2022

Luke and Austin on their final day mowing for the season.
 

Monday, October 31, 2022

It's a good thing it's Halloween. Luke's carved pumpkin has had it.
 

Sunday, October 30, 2022

On our drive home from St. George, we stopped at Burger King for lunch. Luke bet Brad $100 he couldn't eat a whole Ghost Pepper burger, and Brad stepped up. It turns out it wasn't that hot. Luke still paid up.
 

Saturday, October 29, 2022

More tournament play in Hurricane, UT. The opposing catcher inspired Brad and me to sing the Star Wars theme song every time he appeared.

This will be Luke's last game with the Tigers. He never quite connected with his teammates, and the games just weren't fun for him. At the end of this game, Luke greeted us with a grinning "The gospel is TRUE!" Apparently, he was really worried he wouldn't do well at his last at-bat, so he offered a little prayer before stepping up to the plate. He ended up hitting a ground ball to the first baseman, who bobbled it and didn't make the out. Then Luke stole second, which distracted the opposing team from the runner on third who made the winning run. So while I'm sure Heavenly Father isn't one to make some boys fail so others win, it sure was nice for Luke to end this season feeling successful. It's been a rough fall for baseball.
 

Friday, October 28, 2022

Baseball tournament in Mesquite, NV. An absolutely beautiful day.

Thursday, October 27, 2022

Brynn in October 2017. Probably my favorite Halloween costume pic ever. Jodi nailed it!
 

Wednesday, October 26, 2022

Luke, aka Waffles, playing shortstop at the annual Cedar Valley baseball Halloween game. The team played against the coaches and parents--all in costume--and pulled off a very chilly 3-0 win.
 

Tuesday, October 25, 2022

For our ward trunk or treat in 2019, I recreated a spooky seminary class. Yeah, I was pretty proud of myself.
 

Monday, October 24, 2022

We woke up to snow! It's a little magical.
 

Sunday, October 23, 2022

Concluding a week of birthdays with a bang! Brad's party with his parents.
 

Saturday, October 22, 2022

Joey in his Halloween costume in 2019. His excitement is palpable.
 

Friday, October 21, 2022

Jami sent me this pic, which is a view of my house from her kitchen window. I could not be happier about this.
 

Thursday, October 20, 2022

Went to lunch with my mom and seesters, then gave them a tour of my house. I love these gals!
 

Wednesday, October 19, 2022

At the Jazz season opener with Adam's friend Giana, Pepper's friend Zach, and some random, happy, bearded guy.

It was a great surprise to see Dave and Jack just a few feet away!
 

Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Since it's a week of birthdays, here's a throwback shot of Pepper's 12th bday, celebrated in Berlin. Look at those cute faces!

This was Pep's priesthood ordination that same month. L-R: YM Pres. Fabian Rakow, Bishop Andreas Fischer, and Brad. Good, good men, and a very good day.
 

Monday, October 17, 2022

Celebrating McKay's birthday in style!
 

Sunday, October 16, 2022

Celebrating Grandpa Larson's birthday. Seventy-seven birthdays, and he's still excited!
 

Saturday, October 15, 2022

BYU ballroom pre-tour show. How much do I love that Adam is catching ballroom fever? There are no words!