Thanksgiving

We had a great Thanksgiving this year. Matt and I traveled to Utah where my parents rented a couple cabins in Aspen Grove. We stayed there for a few days and loved being in the mountains, all together and with tons of space.
Here is a picture of all of us.


Matt and I


Some people went on a hike to a waterfall. I started but got scared because it was cold and snowy, so I turned back to sit in the warm lodge.


We also had a race between Grammy and all the grandchildren.


Then Jeremy decided to throw some people in the snow. I didn't get any pictures of Kelsie, but I did get Kammi.


Thanks Mom and Dad, we had a great time and are looking forward to when we can do it again.

Goodbye Elder Leafa

Elder Leafa was transferred this morning. He has moved on to Longmont. Before he left he gave us what he called a speech. It is from his Samoan culture to do speeches. I hope you enjoy it, because I did.

The Missionaries

Towards the beginning of October the missionaries moved in with us. At first we were a bit hesitant. Now we love it. It is so interesting talking to them daily, feeling their spirit, learning what being a missionary is all about, and having someone that will empty the dishwasher living with us.

Here are our elders, Elder Slezak and Elder Leafa.

It is especially fun because Matt's brother is currently on his mission to Samoa, and Elder Leafa is from Samoa. We tell him stories and pictures from Andrew and make Elder Leafa home sick. These elders are happy, work hard and are always laughing and giggling.

I totally started laughing today when I went into the garage and saw this
Who knew that missionaries had weight benches and weights, and why did it just show us today?

Another thing that I think is so hilarious is that they drive a minivan. I have never seen missionaries drive a minivan. It is so great, these two young guys in a mom mobile. It is nice because they put their bikes in it, but they said that all the other elders have cars with bike racks on them, and they have no idea how they were lucky enough to get the minivan.