Willy-update

Willy is doing good.  Has been going through some ups and downs, but is doing well.  He told us that he met with his President and that he may be released to come home 4-6 weeks early due to the military. He will not know much more for a few months, but as soon as he knows then he will let us know.  Him and his companion are doing well.  Have had some great things happen in this area and continue to hope and pray for more positive things to happen. 

Chubbuck 3rd ward Girls Camp

Girls Camp was July 31 - August 3rd!!!  It was a huge success.  Rhubin was able to go with me for the week.  It was fun to have him there.  This was a bed swing that was the hot spot at camp.  The last day we decided to try it out.  This is us relaxing before it was time to leave.  Rhubin survived 23 girls and 5 leaders for the week.  It was alittle awkward for him in the beginning, but then the girls got to know him and they had alot of fun teasing him.  He said he would do it again!!!

Noah-High Adventure

Noah went on the high adventure hike!  His pack looked so heavy, but he said that it was ok.  He had to pack in everything that he needed and pack it out.  It was fun coming up with the meals for him. He was so excited to go. 

Rhubin-jet ski fun

For those of you who know Rhubin, he hates the water.  We had a friend call and need to go and test drive some jet skis that he had repaired, well, Rhubin said yes, he was not sure why, but he got on there and after the first couple of times around the lake, he was addicted......he said it is like a snowmobile on water....He had a great time, and was becoming braver each time he came around.....He was sore the next day from all the riding he did!!!  He is willing go back and do it again!!!

Willy-update

Willy has had a good week.  Things are going smooth and well for them.  They had some baptisms scheduled and are looking forward to that.  It has been in the works for quite some time and things have just happened in the right order for them.  Happy week for Willy and his companion.  Keep up the good work!

JoLynn-Island Park 4 wheeling ride

On our ride from Island Park to West Yellowtone we had a awesome ride.  It was very dusty.  Thank goodness for goggles.  WE had a great eime.  As you can tell I collected alot of dust from the ride.  We were all happy to get home and shower!!! 

Rhubin-Island Park 4 wheeling trip

We went on 4 wheeling ride with some friends, we left Island Park and rode into West Yellowstone.  It was very dusty.  I wanted to capture what Rhubins hair looked like.  He is telling me to get going in this picture!!!  I was taking to long!!!

Luau party

We were invited to a Hawiian Luau party, we were excited to go, dressed in our fun shirts.  We had a great time.  It was fun to go and eat and hang out, listen to music and have a relaxing time with friends. 

Scout camp is over

The boys had a fun time at scout camp.  They were tired!  We went up on Friday night for closing ceremonies and stayed at camp with them, then Saturday morning got up and came home.  Payton slept most of the way home and Noah read!  Payton got 7 merit badges done and Noah got 3. 

Willy-update

Willy is doing super!!!  Him and his companion are accomplishing alot of great things.  They are working with the less active.  Everything is very up beat and positive.  He is thrilled with the outcome of may of the things have been long in the works.  Happy Missionaries!!!

Willy-Transfer week

Willy did not get transferred but his companion did.  He did get a new companion.  He was excited for him to get there and to get started on the work they have ahead of them.  He said that the Calgary Stampede was going on, and there were lots of fireworks everynight.  He loves the area and the people he is working with.  He loves the service projects.  He is doing fabulous and enjoying his mission.  We are so proud of him and his example. 

Willy-transfer day

Willy did not get transferred, but he got a new companion.  He is really excited about this change.  The Calgary Stampede has been going on and Willy says there is alot of people.  They have had fireworks every night, it is really cool.  He is doing good and anxious to start work with this new companion. 

Willy-loves service!!!

As you can tell from this picture, this is Willy's comfort zone.  He loves construction!  He is quite content in his jeans and t-shirt and helping others.  Love this picture!!!  My son is so handsome!!!  Awesome job son!!

Willy-update

Willy is worried about transfers next week.  He said that him and his companion were able to sleep outside next to the fire a couple of nights, they both really enjoyed it.  Willy said he misses camping.  They are doing good and have some dates sets and are thrilled about that.  He is able to drive now, he was very excited about that.  The experiences that he is having are life changing for him, he is learning and growing alot.  Love you Elder Thomas!!!!

Payton!

Payton loves to go swimming.  I love this picture of Payton.  He did not want to get out of the river. 

Sunday afternoon fun!

We took the kids to a local place to go swimming in the Portneuf river.  They had a good time, I bet they swam alittle over a mile. They swam up the river and then back down.  There was alot of people through out the river.  Everyone had the same idea. 

Noah the pioneer!

I love this picture.  Noah is wearing Grandpa Morrison's sheep herder hat.   He was exctied for the trek! 

Pioneer Trek!

Noah went on a Pioneer Trek to Chesterfield for Stake Youth Conference.  It looked pretty handsome for a pioneer.  The 5 gallon bucket had all that he could take.  He had a good time.  They went a total of 11 miles.  The last quarter of a mile they were asked to walk with no shoes.  He did come home with one blister.  He really liked the square dancing.  What a awesome experience for everyone.