Riley & Brian golfing

Brian and Riley decided to go golfing yesterday afternoon at East Bay Golf Course in Provo. They went with our neighbor, Rob Autrey. This has become the new thing for Riley. Riley has become interested in golfing and especially going with the guys this last summer. Riley will try any kind of sport. He loves them all. He now has a new name in the family "the all around sportsman." If we can't find him, he is usually outside doing some kind of sport. From Soccer to Tennis, to Basketball to Football, to Frisbee to Rollerblading, to Golfing to who knows what it next (probably Skiing or Snowboarding). Last summer we caught him launching golf balls over the neighbors fence on Sunday (of all days). We then decided that he needed his own set of clubs and NERF golf balls. He took a 3 day golf training through BYU Jr. Golf Club and has been golfing with Brian since. Maybe someday he will be Famous and win some kind of Golf Tournament.

Silly Riley

Riley had some latex gloves to use to peel of the black shells of some walnuts. After dinner the other night, he decided that he was going to be like his dad, and try it on his head. Brian helped him with it and the gloves were a little bit tight, as you can see in the picture. He was laughing so hard that he couldn't breath out with his nose to inflate the glove on his head. Brian does a better impression of this, especially when we are visiting someone in the hospital. The last time this happened was when Grandma Holly was in the hospital, and we were all rolling on the floor laughing. I guess that Riley thought it was so funny, that he would try it for himself.

Kids Picture 2008

And here is the picture of the kids taken the same night as the family picture. We kind of all like the black and white version.
Cameron (18y), Erika (16y) and Riley (11y)

2008 Family Picture

Our ward had a fundraiser for Girls camp to have Family Pictures taken. This is our picture from that event. It is hard to believe that our family is getting so old. The kids were just little the other day. Just thought we would share them with you all. Enjoy!! (picture taken Nov 11, 2008)

Celine Dion Concert Postponed

SALT LAKE CITY CONCERT POSTPONED

The promoter of Celine Dion's Taking Chances World Tour, has rescheduled the artist's November concerts in Omaha, Denver, Salt Lake City and San Jose, while Celine recuperates from a recurrent naso-pharyngeal infection which was further complicated by inflamed vocal chords. Her physician has instructed her to refrain from singing in order to completely recover.
The concert has been rescheduled for the following date:
Salt Lake City- Sunday, February 22, 2009

Sharri & Erika had tickets for this Friday's concert. Brian purchased them for Sharri's birthday and now we have to wait until Feb. We had good seats too, Row 13. I can return the tickets and take a $100 loss, or keep them and go to the concert on Sunday in Feb 2009. A co-worker told Sharri, that Heavenly Father would understand if we went on Sunday. The music is not bad for Sunday. We often watch TV on Sunday evenings and listen to music just like we were at a concert. What do you think we should do?

Provo High School Play

Our Family decided to be entertained for Family Home Evening and go and see the PHS Play. They were putting on "Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat." It was enjoyable, even though it was hard to hear some of the parts clearly. Riley was glued to it the whole time. Erika's friend, Rachel was in it and one of the backup dancers. The whole cast did a great job and it was funny too. The price was right for our family to support PHS. If you haven't seen this play, I suggest you rent it or check it out at the library. It is a good family play. If only we could of seen the one with Donny Osmond in it. That would have been spectacular, but what do you expect for $5 a ticket.

Erika & Friends

Erika had one of her friends, Shannon, come and visit over the weekend. Shannon moved to Logan in August with her family. After Shannon called to tell Erika she was coming to Provo, the 4 girls planned to have a Slumber Party together. They watched movies, laughed and talked most of Friday night. On Saturday, they went to lunch at Subway and then to PHS Play "Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat" that Rachel was in. They were sad when Shannon's mom came to pick her up at 5:00 pm, but they had a great time together. They are planning to do it again for Shannon's birthday in May.

(pictured: Shannon, Rachel, Erika and Heather)

Riley Tenderfoot

Riley received his Tenderfoot advancement in Boy Scouts at a Court of Honor tonight. He has been working hard in New Scouts. His scout leader, Bro. Sanford, is presenting his award to him in the picture. Riley has almost earned his Second Class. He will be turning 12 years old in March 2009. His goal is to be First Class rank by then. We are so proud of him. We hope that he continues with the excitement of Boy Scouts and gets his Eagle soon. (Not like his Brother at age 18). Way to go Riley!!!

Lakeside 7th YW "Popular"

Our Stake had a musical "One night on Broadway". Each ward was to provide 3 musical numbers. Erika and some young women decided to perform "Popular" from the musical "Wicked". The other young women that performed are, Claire Ferrin, Jensenne Harris, Amanda Autrey, Heather McGriff, Sarah Autrey, Sara McGriff. They are accompanied by Thomas Ferrin. The video below is their performance. Erika doesn't sing much, but she is part of the group. We all enjoyed watching them do this number for us. Great job Young Women!

Happy Birthday Sharri

Today is Sharri's birthday. She was born in 1966, so you figure out how old she is. Some of her favorite things are the color purple, crafts, Celine Dion and taking pictures. She was reminded yesterday, that on her 18th birthday, she was able to vote for the 1st time for the US President, on her birthday. She loves to be with family and friends. She will be going to the Celine Dion concert on Nov 21st for one of her Bday gifts. She currently works at Independence High School as the registrar. She loves working with the students and the great staff. Have a great Birthday today!!