Carter Clips: March 2011

Sunday, March 27, 2011

karla and brianna

Karla has been so sad ever since she found out about our mission to Argentina. Brianna has been busy this year, as all high school girls seem to be, with schoolwork and various extra-curricular activities. However, they scheduled the last three days of spring break to hang out together. They chatted and went to a block party on Friday night, met up with GG and Aunt Jennifer and her girls and went out on a pontoon on Saturday and went to church together on Sunday. Karla holds a special place in all of our hearts.

Saturday, March 26, 2011

serious workers

The big trees in the yard haven’t been trimmed back for a few years. Of course, we want everything at the house to be prepared to last while we are away. A small group of guys from church came over this morning and set to work. Here they are pausing for lunch. I think it is the only time they stopped all day. We are so grateful for Ray, Peter, Sam, Duck and Benny. Those guys are awesome!

Friday, March 25, 2011

property managers

There are many things to think about and prepare for as we get ready for our mission. It is a huge blessing to have trustworthy friends.

Thank you Melody and Chris!

We enjoyed the beautiful weather and a great meal together this evening.

Thursday, March 24, 2011

youth temple trip

Doug and I went with the youth tonight to the Orlando Temple. I witnessed Brianna being confirmed by Doug for deceased ancestors. She is beautiful, and it was a wonderful beautiful experience.

Saturday, March 19, 2011

12 new eagles in the nest

It was a night for honoring twelve Eagle Scout recipients.

It was a night for recognizing five Duty to God recipients.

It was night for remembering an amazing adventure at Philmont last summer,

including the swap box and the cry, “Hike on.”

It was a good night for my dear husband, who has put his heart and soul into the lives of these young men and others like them for the the past ten years.

five years

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Happy Birthday dear Blog

Friday, March 18, 2011

a revelatory experience

President Hall invited Doug and I to join with the Orlando Mission for a conference today with Elder Bednar.

The missionaries gathered in the cultural hall before the meeting began to have pictures taken in the zone groups with Elder Bednar. Then he shook the hand of each and every missionary.

We feel so blessed to have been in the presence of an apostle as he helped us to increase our faith and capacity for learning. Elder Bednar facilitated a beautiful experience for me personally today.

clues for the theme of grandkid camp

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Welcome

Courtney, Carter and Truman

Birdhouse Studio

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Wednesday, March 16, 2011

service rendered

and very much appreciated!

It really was amazing what this group of kids from the ward accomplished tonight as they helped us with yard debris.

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

three little kittens

Doug discovered these brand new babies under the chatting tube in the garage today.

When he showed them to Brianna and I, Mama was taking note.

She moved them all the next morning.

Sunday, March 13, 2011

cheering carter

vault

parallel bars

rings

pommel horse

floor exercise

and….

high bar

Carter received the highest mark of any Level IV 8-9 year olds on the high bar. The judge even congratulated him on his excellent routine. This is his fourth meet and his first State Championship. He finished 3rd overall! (and he is still 8)

He was also honored for his academic achievements -- being an athlete with a GPA of 3.5 or higher. (and his is higher)