This year we went bowling to bring in the new year. Stefanie brought three friends: Sarah, Taelor and Chris. Braden brought his best friend Michael, and Rachel brought George. Even though I bowled the worst two games of my life, it was lots of fun! Afterwards, we went home to eat chips and 7-layer dip, and drink pineapple pina coladas.
2011 has been a great year, full of changes, challenges and growth. We have a tradition of counting down the year's top ten events for our family. Here we go...
#10: Spring Sports: We spent the wettest Utah spring on record sitting outside in our camp chairs, wrapped in heavy blankets, holding umbrellas and cheering on our Lehi soccer and lacrosse players.
#9: Summer Hikes: We hiked all over the Wasatch Front this summer and enjoyed getting better acquainted with Utah's back country.
#8: Braden's MVP Cross Country Season: Braden had a great year, came in first or second on his team in every race, made it to state, and was awarded the MVP trophy!
#7: Stefanie in YW/Middle School: Stefanie turned 12 years old, and entered Young Women and middle school. My baby is growing up!
#6: Thanksgiving in San Diego: We spent an unconventional Thanksgiving in San Diego, playing on the beach and watching Braden compete in a soccer tournament.
#5: Rachel Off to College: Rachel is our college girl! In spite of being kicked out of her freshman dorm, she had a successful 1st semester at SUU.
#4: My New Calling: By far the most challenging, time consuming, and rewarding calling I've ever had is that of President to a primary of 120 children.
#3: Braden's Eagle: We could not have been more proud of our boy after he earned his Eagle Scout Award, and was recognized at a well-attended Court of Honor.
#2: Rachel's Graduation--She did it! Rachel graduated from high school. She wore her sky blue cap and gown, and walked with the Westlake graduating class of 2011.
And...our #1 event of 2011...Cruise to Mexico! A family vacation we will forever cherish and never forget! What a great year! Can't wait to see what 2012 has in store.