Happy 43rd!

Robert turned 43yrs. old on the 16th. We got him the book light he's been wanting. We're pretty proud of ourselves for figuring out something he actually will use. We love Robert. Happy birthday! There were a whole lot of candles on his cake. :) 

Back to Work

A couple of weeks after the kids started school I started a new job. I work at Harris Personal Injury Lawyers as an Administrative Assistant. I work 30hrs. a week, 8:30am - 2:30pm. It's been an adjustment and it's a very orchestrated process with the kids, but I get out early enough to pick them up with not too much of a wait for them. It's much needed income. This year will be rough still having kids in three different schools. Next August we will only have two schools and Bruce should have his drivers license! So, I'm off on a new adventure. 

Girls Camp 2018!

I am the ward camp director for the YW program right now. I attended girls camp for the first time ever in July. Jane also attended for the first time. Linda is a pro, she's a 3rd year. It was fun being up there with the two girls, some friends, and our nieces/cousins. It was HOT but the girls had such a fun time playing games, lip syncing, hiking to the top of a mountain, making s'mores, having a ward testimony meeting, completing an obstacle course and much more! They were exhausted by the time we made it back home. They're already looking forward to next summer.

Here of a few pictures from the week.

Eagle Board of Review - Eagle Scout!

Bruce's Eagle Board of Review finally rolled around on the 16th. We met at the Bobier building with about five other young men waiting for their interview as well. He signed paperwork and then we waited...

Bruce and his scout leader were taken back and given instructions, then later on they were officially taken back where his scout leader, Brother Fisher, introduced him the the committee. He was then interviewed by the board. He was asked a lot of questions about his project and asked to recite some things. He was then sent back to the waiting area with us. Finally they called Bruce, his scout master, and Robert and I back and we stood in front of the board where they announced that he had passed his board of review and was now officially an eagle scout! Happy day! 

He has been working toward this goal since he was 8 years old. There were times he wanted to quit and times we wanted to let him quit. :) But he persevered and accomplished his goal. We're so proud of him. He put in so much time and effort, had to do things outside of his comfort zone, and do tons of paperwork. It all paid off. 

Introducing Bruce Thompson - Eagle Scout 

The board that interviewed him.

Jane is 12!

Jane turned 12 years old on the 16th. She had a fun birthday party at the trampoline park. She picked a chocolate/chocolate cake for her birthday dessert. Later in the afternoon Robert and Jane went to Pit Stop for her favorite grilled cheese. 
We love Jane. This will be a great year for her. This is the only year ever that she will be at a school with no siblings attending, she gets to start Young Women's at church, and soon she'll get to attend the temple for the first time! We're very proud of Jane. She always strives to do what is right. She has a good heart, she loves animals, she loves creating things, still plays the piano, and is obsessed with Harry Potter. 

Happy 12th to our sweet Jane! She makes the world a better place.

15yrs.

Bruce turned 15years old on the 12th. We love this guy. He picked Red Robin for his birthday dinner with Robert and I. His dessert of choice was of course Cinnabon. Bruce is such a great young man. He always tries to be obedient, he's super smart, and keeps us laughing. I only got one picture of him this year. Turns out that teenage boys don't always like having their picture taken. :) 

Happy 15th Bruce. We love you!