Weekly Update

Rich, Debbie and their kids came up for a visit this last Thursday. Of course the kids had a blast and we actually had nice weather so they could play outside a little. We BBQ some burgers and chicken and had a good time. We also, as you can see with the photo above agreed to get tickets to the Foo Fighters for this July. So Mom and Dad, would you like to come down for a visit and watch the kids while we all (Rich, Debbie, Molly and I) go to the concert?? For those of you who don't know Rich and I and I think Debbie are really big fans. I think they're the only good real rock band left now. Anyway I'm really excited to see these guys...it's been a long time since I last saw them in concert. No better live BAND out there, but I could use a little more cow bell!

Other than seeing Rich and Debbie the rest of the week was pretty much the same as always, work, school, work and the like. I have the pleasure of speaking in church this Sunday and will probably start thinking about it late tonight! The sun is out here so I'm going to try to play some baseball with Caleb. I got him some new cleats and practice pants so he's ready for tee-ball here come the end of March. Riley or dad if you read this (I'll probably call as well) Molly and I might go skiing Tuesday. It's supposed to be 55 degrees and sunny in Portland so it should be spring time conditions on Hood. I could get you that 2 for 1 deal? DO IT!

Till next week(s).........

My Valentine!

Molly and I were able to catch a movie she really wanted to see and eat lunch at the Macaroni Grill for V Day. The kids had a great time sharing their cards and candy as well. Sure is nice to have such a fine woman in my life! And I mean fine in all aspects....not just the shallow ones like good-looking, although it never hurts! ha

80's Camping Trips

I found these old photos recently and found them humorous. I told Johnny Covington, at his father's funeral in January, that I would email these to him. Those are some real mountains! I have discussed planning a trip with Richard, Dad and Jim to search for the lost gold again. It would be fun to get us all together (Dad, me, Rich, Riley, Jim and Tucker) and Johnny as well since he was part of our first expeditions. Grandpa Max said he would give us the maps and such to prepare......I'm thinking next summer? I say next July? Women folk could stay in Challis or maybe Sun Valley?

Good times!

Caleb speaks in Primary

I want to remember Caleb's first scripture (2 Nephi 4:15) and prayer in Primary which was yesterday. He was so cute and excited to speak into the microphone in front of all the kids. Jer practiced the scripture with him before church. It didn't suprise me much that it was pretty long and had some hard words in it like "delighteth". Caleb did a great job with the pronounciation even though I don't think he had any idea what he was saying. I was a little nervous that Caleb would change his mind during Primary and I would end up reading the scripture for him. Caleb was very brave and didn't hesitate when it was time to go up to the podium and sweet when he asked me to go with him. He was glad Jeremy came to Primary to watch him and he did a great job, except I got the giggles when he kept saying "peas" instead of "these". Alia will be taking her turn in two weeks.