Daddy's new calling

So after three years of serving in two bishoprics, Mike was released today. Kate was 1 1/2 when we started sitting by ourselves during church. So, last week we told the girls that daddy was getting a new calling. I overheard Kate trying to explain to Kara what daddy's new calling is.

Kate: Guess what Kara?
Kara: What Kate?
Kate: Do you know that daddy got a new job at chuch?
Kara: yeah, I do Kate (she is clueless by the way).
Kate: Isn't it so fun that daddy's new job in church will be sitting with us? Won't that be fun? He even gets to ride in our car with us to church. I can't wait! Won't that be so fun Kara? Aren't you so excited Kara?
Kara: yeah Kate, it will.

Don't get me wrong, I'm grateful that Mike was able to serve where he has been, and our family has been so blessed, but we're sure excited for daddy's new calling!

Summer Fun

We went rafting over the Labor day weekend and had a great time. I don't think I've smiled that much in a really long time.

A few weeks ago the girls and I headed to Tahoe with Cari and Camille. We had such a good time swimming and shopping and just doing girl stuff.

The girls at the beach. Did I ever mention that I've got the good job?

1st day of Preschool

Under anyone else's expectations, Kate's first day of preschool would probably be classified a set-back, but for us it was a success. I only had to wait with her for 30 minutes and she only cried once! That my friends, is a triumph. I am a firm believer in bribing my children, and for us, it works beautifully. And so we had a good day. Hopefully, she'll be able to come out of her shell and make some new friends...here's to hoping.

The day started out with smiles.I had to bribe her just to hang her back pack up. She clung to my leg for the better part of half an hour.