Brooks Baptism Day

Sorry this is a couple weeks late, I just downloaded the pictures. As most people know Connor baptized Brooks on Jan. 25th and it was such a neat experience. Since Brooks hero worships Connor. They both looked so handsome and there was only one other boy being baptized at that time so we didn't even have to wait that long. Connor did a great job but was looking kind of nervous right before. Brother White from our ward asked both Todd and I to tell Brooks how we were feeling before the baptism and Todd said how proud he was of Brooks and that he knew he was doing the right thing. That really meant a lot to Brooks. We had a little lunch afterwards with family and friends, Todd's Uncle Ron and Aunt Lynne came so that was neat because we haven't seen them for a while. The next day at his confirmation Dad confirmed him but the microphone wasn't working and you know how soft Dad can talk sometimes, so I didn't really get to hear any of it, but that's okay because the person that needed to hear could hear him just fine.

Well on to Tatum we are making progress on the potty training (two steps forward and one step back). If someone would have told me it would have been this big of struggle I would have laughed at them. But I'm not laughing now. She is doing better. Todd is still working at Grand America and things are going well for him. Tatum's just getting over being sick so hopefully everyone will be doing good for a while now. Love everyone and miss you.

LaNece

Happy Lovey, Dovey Valentine's Day

Happy Valentine's Day,

Just wanted to let everyone know how much I love you and how much I love how our family is. Everyone is such an important part that we couldn't do it without anyone.

Love Becky

Congrats

Congrats Megan!

When I met him at the family party, I thougt he seemed like a great kid! I hope that all goes well with the planning. I am glad that you got a time at the Temple in June (I have heard that it can be kind of a joke). It sounds like you are very happy and I wish the best for you.

Oh! I'd also like to add my regards to those previously posted and give a big congratulations to Brooks! I'm really excited for you! :D

*Meg

Some good news and some bad news

Hi Family.

Well, the good news first...because the bad news wouldn't make sense otherwise.

Stuart (the young man I brought to the Christmas party) and I are getting married! It's officially official! :D He asked me on Friday. It was sosupercute! Yes, one word. That's how cute. He took me to Agua Caliente park to the bench by the lake at sunset and read me a book he had made. It documented how we met and eventually came to be dating and fall in love. Then he got to a page that said, "But something was missing........" Then he got down on one knee and asked me to marry him! :D Obviously I said yes, and he turned the page and it said, "So on Jan 30th 2009 Stuart asked Meg to be his wife for all eternity!" I loved it. Other notes....

Stuart is the very first person I met when we moved down here. He and his father helped my family unload our moving van and he helped me carry my mattress in. We went to church and high school together and were friends but never dated. Both graduated from Cienega High in May of 2005. He went on to serve full time in the Zurich, Switzerland mission. He got back spring of 2008. He is half Peruvian; his mother immigrated and makes this delightful Peruvian potato dish. The ring is white gold, center stone is a princess cut with side stones being round, tension setting, limited edition, absolutely stunning.

We have decided to be sealed for time and all eternity in the Salt Lake temple on June 12, 2009. (***This is a change from the previous post! New date is the 12th of June.***) Here's where the bad news comes in. While we have the largest room available there is still not enough room for both Stuart and I to invite all our family to be there. Unfortunately we will have to resort to drawing names out of a hat. We hope that there will be no hurt feelings and invite everyone to come to the ring ceremony and reception held later that day. Invitations and announcements will be forthcoming. We wish we could have everyone there and love you all. We look forward to seeing you all in June.

Love,
Meg

Congratulations Brooks

We are so proud of Brooks and his decision to be baptized. We are also sorry that we couldn't make it out to the baptism or confirmation, but we know that you will understand and appreciate our thoughtfulness in not getting you and everyone else sick. Miles came home from school on Friday with Strep Throat. We love you very much and we are very proud of you.

Love
Lynn, Janell, Daphne, Hanalee and Miles