The Science Fair

In February, the boys and I completed a science fair project. It was supposed to be done with their dad but somehow it was "forgotten" until almost too late! So we worked on a project about pendulums and their swing and what effect the length of string has on the rate and duration of the swing. 

I helped too much!! Next time, I'm going to stand back and keep my hands to myself. They set it up at the school by themselves and got a ribbon for participation. It was a good experience for them (and me) and they were proud of themselves.

Porter and Ethan's Baptism

On Sunday, February 28th, my oldest boys were baptized! I can't believe I'm old enough for 8 year olds. My parents and 2 youngest siblings were able to come from Alaska and Jacob's dad from California for the occasion. They were both baptized by my dad, Brian Smith, and confirmed by my dad (Porter) and Tim Huyck (Ethan). Tim gave a truly wonderful talk on the Holy Ghost. My little sis, McKenzie, gave the closing prayer and the Primary kids sang Baptism while we waited for them to change. Another boy was also baptized that evening, Matthew Bush.

We had a little open house afterwards with cookies and muffins for our friends. We invited the Garretts, Bates, Parkers, and Engs.

I was so happy and proud of them. I couldn't stop smiling. I'm so glad they made this decision to start on the path to return to their Father in Heaven. I love them a million, a million. It was a good day and went better than I could have imagined. 

Brian Smith, Jacob, Tim Huyck

Ethan, Ryan (my little brother), Elijah, Porter

Little Readers

These are pictures that bring happiness to my heart.
Seeing my children love reading like I do is a wonderful thing.

If Aeris sees an adult sitting down, she runs to grab a book. She toddles over, book in hand, turns around and backs up into the (hopefully) available lap, and she's ready for her stories. And don't even think of leaving without reading at least 4 books; you wouldn't want to make her cry, would you?

Ethan likes to twirl his hair while he reads. This leads to some funny poke-ups in his hairdo.
We LOVE books!