Holly and Todd

Grammy and Grandpa's stay

We were so excited to have Grammy and Grandpa come and stay for a while. They were here for Everett's baptism and stayed longer due to snow in Utah. We did not want them to leave. We feel like we are missing something every night as we prepare for bed. We even prayed for more snow the night before the left on their way to Utah. They will be in town again this year for another baptism (Collin's) and we look forward to that visit as well. Our time with them and the boys time with them is treasured and will be a great memory forever.

The family after Church.

The boys smiling for Grammy!

"I love you and Peace out"

Kickin' back on the couch.

Pinewood Derby Time!!

It was derby time in our ward. All of the Dad's were on their "A" game and it showed. We had some fast cars this year. Ethan and Everett both had the opportunity to compete against each other this year along with the pack. They both built great racers and had a blast doing it. The race was not without it's controversy, but we all managed to keep this church event civil (unlike any given LDS basketball game). It was fun for all and we are glad it's behind us. Next year will be even better.

Ethan with some of his friends.

Everett waiting to conquer his next victim.

Our fastest time of the day!

The event and new Stake track. It would have been better if the software actually worked.

More "Down and Derby"

The "E" Brothers battle it out!

We used "wafer wheels" this year.

Ethan, sizing up the competition!

The boys watching the results.

Everett was too excited to be a Cub Scout!

Everett's Baptism

Not only was it Valentine's Day, but Everett was also baptised on February 14, 2009. That would have been enough to make the day special, but there was also another reason. In our ward, we have Stake baptisms due to the high volume of children baptised in the Stake. Consequently, Everett's baptism day was shared with (4) of his good friends who are all from our ward. So we had a Saturday filled with baptisms and 8-year-old boys. The (5) boys were able to go through the nerves and excitement along side each other and had a day that they will, hopefully, never forget. Everett was the 4Th to get dunked, so he worked through the nerves before we had the spotlight. On the first dunk, his right foot shot up and out of the water. The second time was a charm and we were able to get all of him under the water. It was a great day!