Today was Ally’s baptism, it was nice. David did the baptizing. It was nice for her family to come up. It was about a 3 hour drive and the weather was not so great.
This was the best smile we got from David.
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Over night and this morning there was bad freezing rain and I was unable to get my car out. I was babysitting Aiden this morning. I called and they had to bring her over here**. We played and had fun I think. We normally do. However before they brought her over I was trying to see if I could move Jacob’s car out of my way to see if I might be able to get my car out where the ground is less slick***. One foot led to another and I managed to have Jacob’s car slide into the ditch just enough that there wasn’t enough contact to get it out myself. What’s more about that, Jacob is sick. So I asked Jason and Jessie if they wouldn’t mind helping me get the car out of the ditch. We got it just out of the ditch and left it to sit till the ground thaws just enough to not slide more. In the process Jessie got covered in mud. I felt horrible about the mud and grateful for the help, and she swears it came out ok.
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**Four wheel drive
***Just a theory, which proved to be wrong
My friend Ally is getting baptized on Sunday. She had her interview in Carthage today, so I took her up so she would have company/support. We did the tour of the Carthage Jail. I know it surrounds a sad event, but there is such a spirit there. It was a good trip. I am grateful we only live half an hour away from there and an hour from Nauvoo.
When I got home we decided to make rice crispy treats and cover them with the chocolate I already had melted. We piled them up into a Christmas tree and gave it a French name to seem cool**. It was fun. Mom, Rick, Ginny, Skyler, Ronda, Gavyn, Geneva, and Gretchyn were all there too. There was a “talent” program as the main event.***
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**Jacob’s idea
***That is all I will say about that
Ronda called me and said they needed to “get out of this place.” So I told them to come on over. We had fun. The girls and Gavyn ran all over, climbed the stairs (and the piano). Then as the younger generation started to fall asleep, we started playing games. We decided we need to have get-togethers like this more often. The shorter folk slept on the beanbag chairs and we pulled out the futon for Matt and Ronda.
At first I was shocked that he let her climb up on the piano. Then I realized that Geneva could do anything, and he would think it adorable.
Gavyn found the drumsticks and the practice pad took then into the living room all on his own and started playing.
Both girls loved climbing the stairs.
Gretchyn fell asleep on the kitchen floor while we were playing games.
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Again *
That is right, we got the tree. A pre-lit one too. And amazingly enough, I think it looks better than the picture on the box!
Some day I would like to get a royal blue Star of David to top the tree.**
* I am writing this well after the fact as though it is current, and pre-dating my post. As it is my site, I reserve the right to do so.
** I have for many years wanted to find said star. Alas, I will stick with the angel that is there now, at least until we find some other thing we really like.
Admission of delinquency *
Today we had thanksgiving at Jacob’s parents’ house with his mom’s family. It was a lot of fun. I really do like that this year all of our places to attend held festivities on different days! It meant that we got to spend more time with each family, and less stress driving. Thank you families for making it easier on us.
The food was great, even though immediately after filling his plate, Jacob dumped it on his dad (background) and the floor (foreground).
Many of the guys went out and raked leaves for a neighbor that could not do it them self. This includes the missionaries Elder Koegler** and Elder Bates***.
Kevin, Showing off for the ladies****.
Will, Imitating Kevin.
We did the traditional craft painting, and we went over to the church and played volleyball.
* I am writing this well after the fact as though it is current, and pre-dating my post. As it is my site, I reserve the right to do so.
** He is from Canada, the 52nd state.
*** He is from Utah, and this is his second day in the “field”.
**** Too bad the only women there were his sisters, mom, and nieces.
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Today we went to my mom’s house. There were people, foods, and cakes. Yes, there was cake. It was my mother’s 100th** Birthday. I had my camera out only a bit, so there are only a few pictures, and mostly of little people.
Jacob was a babe magnet the whole time
Even when he fell asleep
Lydia wanted to play sleep ***
Matt and Ronda tried to teach the G-girls to blow out the candles in preparation for their first birthday****
Proof that Ali learned how to share doing her student teaching*****
I have no idea what they are yelling about this time
* Yes I know I am writing this well after the fact as though it is current, and pre-dating my post. As it is my site, I reserve the right to do so.
** No, it is not really her 100th birthday, sorry Ma, I couldn’t resist.
*** Aiden is not alone in this habit.
**** December 15th
***** Congratulations on finishing!
This is a piece of a bigger picture. I welcome one and all to guess at what it is. In one week I’ll give the answer, and post a new one. Good luck and may the guessing begin.
Esta es una parte de la foto grande. Hay que adivinar lo que es. En una semana regreso con la respuesta y otra foto. ¡Suerte!
We went to my dad’s house today for the big dinner. There was good food, and lots of good company. Here are pictures and a video.
Jacob and Geneva
Gavyn likes to play with Skyler (look at that smile)
Katy and Sarah cuddling
Mallory drinking from Jesse’s cup
Abby holding Geneva holding Boo (see Ali too)
Gavyn making pizza for me
Skyler wanted this picture
Skyler took this picture
My pretty sister with her pretty girls
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Skyler on the run (he said he didn’t want his picture taken)
Ginny and Uncle Ricky
Grandma Sandra and Gretchyn
It took a little bit, but Lydia warmed up to me
Geneva was all worn out from eating and playing
Look at her teeth (Geneva)
Gretchyn wanted to check out my teeth
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Delores, Kyle, and Jacob waiting…or resting
Gretchyn is sharing her seat with Lydia
Lydia and her cute smile
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Classic shot, Jacob sitting next to a pretty girl (my sister Mallory) and what is he doing? Reading!
Crackers all over the place, and she would rather eat her toes
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