Sunday, July 22, 2012
WHAT an exciting week. On Sunday Erin's CrossFit Team won the world competition!!! We were ecstatic for her and for Hack's Pack Ute. They all did such a great job and work so, so hard to win. Dan and the kids were there with her in California so it was a great time for all of them. There is info and pictures on the CrossFit site if you're wondering what all the competitions entail. Erin says no competition for awhile but those of us who know her are sure there's something else on the horizon.
Also on Sunday Karolyn arrived with Kelmen, Sadie and Carson. They have had a busy week seeing sights and spending time with friends here in the area. One of the fun things was seeing all the floats that will be in the parade on the 24th. They were on display in the South Towne Centre and it was interesting to be able to walk all around them and see how floats are built. Float builders are so creative and can tell a story in such a small visual place. We really enjoyed seeing them plus there were activities and entertainment and all FREE.
Brent got home from HI on Monday morning, very tired but had a successful trip. After changing his suit and eating lunch he was back to work in his office in the missionary department. What a soldier! On Tuesday we went to the dentist--one cavity each. We go to the son of our long time Brigham City dentist and he shares an office with another dentist from Brigham whose family we know. We attended our support group for early release missionaries and tried to spend some time with Kar and the kids--but it was a pretty busy week. On Friday night we had tickets to the Days of '47 Concert in the Conference Center. It was the MoTab, Symphony and guest, Kathryn Jenkins. She has the most amazing voice, great concert. Our friends, Monte and Karen Munns from Brigham came to SLC and we had dinner and went to the concert with them. They are involved with the open house for the Brigham City Temple and Monte has been called to be assistant recorded in the temple. He will be great. Our old stake president, Pres. Checketts will be the temple president--wonderful man.
Yesterday was our turn to help clean the church and with Karolyn and company along we enjoyed helping. (Kar took the kids to Brigham to see the temple and have lunch at Peach City and see the old home town) We headed out to the Jordan River Temple to witness a friend's sealing. It was wonderful to be in the temple with so many friends--really enjoyed our time there. Kar and I took the kids shopping and to Costa Vida for dinner--Brent opted to enjoy some quiet time at home. Then we headed over to Hatch's for ice cream. They have huckleberry ice cream which is Brent's all time favorite so we like to go there. The owners are "little people" and their main business is making chocolates--especially special designs for special occasions. They make KILLER carmels and some really creative things out of chocolate.
Kar and I took Kelmen and Sadie to "Music and the Spoken Work" this morning and Brent stayed home with Carson who is too young to go (have to be 8). Now they are on their way to church with some friends because our branch doesn't have Primary. Brent will be sustained today as the 1st counselor in the branch presidency and I've been called as the 1st counselor in the Relief Society. What a great opportunity. Kar and the kids will be back to come and see us be set apart. How fun to have family there.
Then we have a short week as Tuesday is a holiday, haven't decided exactly what we'll do. Kelmen will be at baseball camp so Kar, Sadie and Carson are going to do a 5K first thing in the morning.
Sunday, July 22, 2012
Sunday, July 15, 2012
We've started this blog to record our mission adventures and activities. Our call came November 10 to serve in the Family and Church History Headquarters Mission in Salt Lake City. Brent will be a mental health advisor to the missionary committee and Nancy will be his assistant. We report to the MTC in Provo on Jan. 2. We're excited and nervous. . .lots to do to close up the house for 2 years and to get everything together that we need to take. So, stay tuned. . .
Well, the summer is speeding past WAY too fast. It's been SO hot but I'm already worried about coat weather coming too soon. Go figure. One thing about serving in Salt Lake City as opposed to Mongolia or someplace is that we are getting to see our family. They've been drifting through for the last 3 weeks and coordinated a day together last Saturday--all 4 girls and 14 of the grands. It was great to see them and to watch the cousins interact. The best entertainment was swimming in the pool at the hotel where the Williams and Bennions were staying. If you're coming to SLC take a look at the Hyatt that is right next to Gateway--close to so many things and to TRAX and the price was good for downtown.
I had my first Crown Burger--the kids always talked about it when they were in high school but I had never gone before. It's a cheeseburger with pastrami--be sure to have a diet soda so the fat and calories go on through!!! We did some shopping and sight seeing and just enjoyed being together and talking. Thanks to my girls for making an effort to all connect.
There are free concerts in the park on Tues and Fri all summer so we have been hitting some of those. Just relaxing to sit in the park and listen to music and be with our missionary friends. One night we had dinner and went to a free symphony concert with 4 other couples--so much fun.
New find: maxi dresses at Wal-Mart. They're more like sun dresses but I put a tee under it and it's so comfy for Sundays and around the apartment. I would never have gone to Wally's for a dress but Kristin arrived in the cutest one so I had to have one, too. There are some other cute ones but I don't think I can justify buying more when I can't wear them to work. I hope it's a style that stays for awhile. So, hurry on down. . .
As I write this I have spent the weekend home alone. Brent is in Hawaii. . .but before you get envious, it's an over and back trip to pick up a sick missionary and escort him home to Las Vegas. So he left yesterday morning and will be back tomorrow. But he did get to sleep in Kona and hopefully go for at least a short walk near the ocean. I spent yesterday cleaning, getting groceries and ironing 11 white shirts and some blouses for me, all the while watching the World Crossfit Competition. Erin is in California with her team and they were in first place at the end of yesterday. So 37 teams are disqualified and the top 6 go for it today. As I understand it they wipe out the scores from the past 2 days and it all hangs on today's performances. I'm too nervous to watch today and just hope they can all do their very best. Yesterday I actually got to see her do a few things and to see her team. Once they had a good lead the cameras were most focused on the other teams. But it was fun and interesting to watch. The workouts are grueling--can't imagine that a body can do all that stuff. Erin has been coming to SLC since February and spending weekends with us so she could work out with her team. She's amazing--wife, mother, softball coach, nurse, PhD student, Relief Society President and work class Crossfitter.
I have an appointment with the Branch President at 1:15. Brent and I have new assignments in the branch but it won't be announced until next Sunday. So stay tuned. . . Also, Kar and her tribe are arriving later today for 10 days. More fun for sure.
I had my first Crown Burger--the kids always talked about it when they were in high school but I had never gone before. It's a cheeseburger with pastrami--be sure to have a diet soda so the fat and calories go on through!!! We did some shopping and sight seeing and just enjoyed being together and talking. Thanks to my girls for making an effort to all connect.
There are free concerts in the park on Tues and Fri all summer so we have been hitting some of those. Just relaxing to sit in the park and listen to music and be with our missionary friends. One night we had dinner and went to a free symphony concert with 4 other couples--so much fun.
New find: maxi dresses at Wal-Mart. They're more like sun dresses but I put a tee under it and it's so comfy for Sundays and around the apartment. I would never have gone to Wally's for a dress but Kristin arrived in the cutest one so I had to have one, too. There are some other cute ones but I don't think I can justify buying more when I can't wear them to work. I hope it's a style that stays for awhile. So, hurry on down. . .
As I write this I have spent the weekend home alone. Brent is in Hawaii. . .but before you get envious, it's an over and back trip to pick up a sick missionary and escort him home to Las Vegas. So he left yesterday morning and will be back tomorrow. But he did get to sleep in Kona and hopefully go for at least a short walk near the ocean. I spent yesterday cleaning, getting groceries and ironing 11 white shirts and some blouses for me, all the while watching the World Crossfit Competition. Erin is in California with her team and they were in first place at the end of yesterday. So 37 teams are disqualified and the top 6 go for it today. As I understand it they wipe out the scores from the past 2 days and it all hangs on today's performances. I'm too nervous to watch today and just hope they can all do their very best. Yesterday I actually got to see her do a few things and to see her team. Once they had a good lead the cameras were most focused on the other teams. But it was fun and interesting to watch. The workouts are grueling--can't imagine that a body can do all that stuff. Erin has been coming to SLC since February and spending weekends with us so she could work out with her team. She's amazing--wife, mother, softball coach, nurse, PhD student, Relief Society President and work class Crossfitter.
I have an appointment with the Branch President at 1:15. Brent and I have new assignments in the branch but it won't be announced until next Sunday. So stay tuned. . . Also, Kar and her tribe are arriving later today for 10 days. More fun for sure.
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