Update.....

The fourth grade play was phenomenal.  I don't know why but I always cry during the songs.  They are not even sad songs, but there you have it.  Torey did fantastic.  To be fair I would rank her in the top 5, but because I am her mother I thought she did the best.  And her Grandma said so too, so that is an unbiased opinion.  Grandpa said they would have a hard time topping that performance, so they better not drop the ball next year.  Our school always does great with this play - it is my favorite elementary experience. 

Taylor's birthday was a raging success.  Here is a picture from the family party, as I had a hard time getting ten girls to sit still for a picture, I will just tell you that her friend party was a success as well.  Thank you all for your ideas and help.  The breakdown was averted due to your gracious assistance.  Thanks to all who brought gifts, made comments, etc.   As we move into these formative years it is good to know we have your support.  As a side note, who knew that mascara was so doggone hard to apply.  When you have naturally long eyelashes it is very hard not to end up with it in your eyebrows.
This is the crew waiting at the church to be shuttled to the Draper Temple open house.  What an amazingly beautiful building that is.  Even without being dedicated the spirit was very strong - for me anyway.  It is the first time my entire family has been in the celestial or sealing rooms in our mortal bodies.  It was kind of exciting for me.  Reed just rolled his eyes and said they were there the first time, but I said "mortal" bodies.  If you have not been, there is still time and I thought it was well worth the trip.  The artwork is amazing, the fixtures are beautiful, and the kids especially loved the baptismal font.
Well, that about wraps things up for us.  How are all of you doing?  Still loving the snow? Christmas lights still up?  Signed up for baseball yet?  Made Spring Break plans?  Let us know how you  are doing!