Sunday, April 28, 2013

Today was a Sunday to remember. 

 It was Stake Conference, so Brandon was sustained an Elder.  After the meeting Jeff ordained Brandon to be an Elder.  It was really neat.  Since a lot of the boys are leaving on missions this summer they ordained 2 other boys in our ward (Matt Aldridge, Kyle Clarkson).  It was cool to watch them stand in the circle for the next boy after they were ordained.  It is great to see the missionary work moving forward.

After Brandon was ordained.  Jeff and I took Derek to get his Patriarchal Blessing.  It is so fun for me to watch my boys grow up.  They are wonderful young men.

I wanted a picture to remember the day....this is what I got!  They are so funny.  Well, Brandon has been hanging on to being the tallest, well at least for the last little bit, but tonight it looks like Derek has finally passed Brandon!  We had to get another with shoes off...just to be sure......yep, Derek wins!

This is Chance Lathim.  He is Brandon's friend.  

Brandon invited him to listen to the missionary discussions.  Tonight was the first discussion.  It went really well.  We have another appointment next Sunday!  The gospel of Jesus Christ is so great.  I love to see the change in people as they choose to follow Christ.  

 We had to sneak in a picture with the boys...Derek was being a dork, as usual..good thing that we love him.

Jaxon was so proud of himself for pulling this weed out.....I think that we might need to do some yard work!