The Holidays are Here!

I'm going to try to catch everyone up on what's been going on...

A few weeks ago Madison performed with her YW at our YW in Excellence program. The theme was Born to be a Queen and they were all crowned while learning of their divine nature and just how special they are to our Heavenly Father. Maddie made a beautiful pink and gold display which showed all of her musical abilities from her choir competitions, clarinet & drama performances. She looked so beautiful and we were very proud of her.

Jackson along with his class performed a darling Thanksgiving Play where he was a Native American and led everyone in a dance. Way to go, Jack! He is the 6th one from the right. His class also worked hard on a power point presentation for their parents where each of them drew & told what they were thankful for. Jack said that he was thankful for Christmas, Easter & his Birthday.




For Thanksgiving we had a beautiful meal with Aunt Susan & the Pfiles family. Afterwards we played some games, decorated the house and then Maddie, Aunt Susan & I were off for a MARATHON SHOPPING NIGHT. The stores opened at midnight and we went strong until 7:30am. WAY FUN!!













It was Madison's turn this year to get up on the ladder to put the star on top of the tree--and she did an amazing job! Almost didn't even NEED the ladder (just kidding). After she got down, of course, Emy Grace had to follow in her footsteps and do the same thing. Here is some cute video of that moment...