{Conference Weekend}

We decided to start a new family tradition, we someone turns eight they get to go to Conference. Chris or I hadn't been since college, mainly because of work. So this was a fun weekend for us. We were able to make it to Gardener's Village for Witchapalooza. So darling! 

They had so many things for the girls to do. Ellie had to take a break to get some lippy.

Making necklaces.

Doing a little dancing on stage.

Eye Candy!

Of course it worked out that we could make it to a BYU game.

Watching for the players after the game.

I, of course, didn't get any pictures of us at conference. We had great seats and Ashley was able to sit close enough to see President Monson and 11 of the 12 Apostles. I hope that she remembers the spirit that was there and what a special experience we had.

For a quick trip,  we did so much. We got to visit with friends and do some fun things with our family. We'll get to do it all again in 3 years. I can't wait.

{eight is great}

We celebrated Ashley's decision to be baptized over her 8th birthday. When we were in Utah, we had some pictures taken of her in baptism dress. Thanks to Brook for the wonderful idea! This one with her walking toward the light was on the cover of the program.

Aunt Jessie sneaking in the back before it started.

We are lucky to have our stake center next to the Temple. 

What a blessing to have it so close. 

Everyone who came to make this day extra special for Ashley.

We couldn't get a good picture in front of the Temple because the sun was shining in our faces. Here is the best we could do.

Ash and her favorite boys! What handsome boys.

Chloe, Ashley, and Kelsey

Our favor boxes filled with turtle pretzels for our baptism guests

to remember Ashley's special day.

Back home for our dinner.....starting with Caprese salad.

Then Caesar Salad,

and Pasta Milano.

For dessert we had a cookie bar. Jars filled with different types of cookies.

Milk and Cookies!

It was a special day for our family. I love you Ashley so much and are so proud of your important decision to be baptized. It will always be one of the most 

important days in our family.

{first day of school}

Again....I lost the pictures from this day. Thanks to Shelby who had a few of Ashley and her buds. This is a crazy year for us. Ashley is in 3rd grade and Leah started Kindergarten. Chris is teaching Seminary which is interesting to say the least.

But it is good to be back on a normal schedule.

Here is to a great year at school.