Dance Competition

Our niece has started to dance in competitions. Her first one was yesterday and I thought it would be super fun to go watch.  Since Daphne isn't a member of a team, her mom wanted her to still feel like one of the girls.  She made her this awesome jacket to wear to her competitions.

 I loaded up the boys and we headed over to Boise.  We picked up some flowers to give to her after her very first performance.  Duke wanted to do the honors of giving them to her, but I think Hoss ended up doing it.  She looked so cute and did an awesome job!  She is soo super flexible.

When I told the boys we were going to watch Daphne dance, they weren't too excited.  However, Duke didn't want to leave, he wanted to stay and watch more.  But, we did end up leaving before they handed out the awards, but holy moly, look at this thing!  She got 1st place!  It's taller than she is!

This is her teacher and choreographer, which also happens to be the wife and daughter of Sexy Farmer's cousin.  We are so proud of and happy for her.  Now where to put that trophy?!

Today I got this text saying how much Daphne appreciated the flowers.  That she "loves her flowers and has to check on them everyday".  So adorable.  Proof that little deeds go a long way.

Monthly Scripture Hero - Enos

February's Scripture Hero was Enos.  Hoss had to give a talk in primary on the topic "The scriptures teach of Heavenly Father's plan."  We figured this would be a perfect way to memorize the scripture.  He was able to tie it into his talk and it was perfect.  Duke again could correct Hoss when he would mess up or coach him when he forgot a word, but was unable to say the entire scripture from beginning to end.  Poor guy.  

The trait for the month is "Prayer" and the requirements were..

1. Memorize Enos 1:4

2. Write in your journal about a time when Heavenly Father answered your prayers.

3. Watch chapter 11 of the illustrated Book of Mormon.

4. I challenege myself to...
Hoss - pray daily
Duke - say personal prayers more

What they learned about Enos...
Hoss - He taught me that I can pray about anything, even for people I don't like.
Duke - He taught me to pray really hard and to wait for an answer.  He taught me to listen with my heart.

More of February

I love milk drunk babies.  Especially a snuggly one.

We snuck in an extra family home evening lesson so Hoss could mark off a requirement for Faith in God.  The lesson he gave was on the First Vision.  He did such a great job.  I gave him a flannel board packet and walked away.  He knows the story very well already, so it was just matching the pictures to his memory.  He impresses me every day.

One of Sexy Farmer's cousins made Grit this cool shirt.  He finally got big enough to wear it, and he looks great.

We drove out to the shop one day and noticed that one of grandpa's cows had crawled into the feeder.  Hopefully it can find a way out.

Hoss loves the baby too.

 But not as much as Boone.

We visited the Sheriff's Office for scouts.  The Undersheriff is Sexy Farmer's cousin, and he did a great job helping us pass off 2 adventures.  They even fingerprinted all the boys.

 This picture makes me laugh.  I don't know who is cuter.  Grit with his new smile or Hoss and his curiosity for the pocket watch he's holding.  It's a tie.

Blue & Gold Banquet

We had an "Indian Lore" theme for the Blue & Gold Banquet.  Each scout is supposed to bring a decorated cake to be auctioned off for their yearly fundraiser.  We decided to make a school bus.  We found some youtube videos that made it looks pretty easy, and it wasn't too bad.  I also used my cameo to make the stop sign.  He earned two awards this month.

Adventure Loops

Hometown Heroes

Howling at the Moon

Sprayer Set-up

We bought a trailer last year before we moved to eventually fix up and use to haul the sprayer.  Sexy Farmer was able to get it fixed up and ready to use.   He painted it green and white, to match the other trailer we own.  He's pretty happy with the way things turned out.  He loves the ramps he custom fabricated, they are spring loaded.  He's had many compliments on them already and even had a guy from Nyssa come check out the design.

 We are going to rent one of his dad's trucks this year and hopefully be able to purchase our own next year.  We figured the sprayer and trailer were big enough purchases for one year, and we needed to spread out the cash flow.  Here's the complete set-up, ready to go tackle first spraying job.

Hero

Hoss is currently working on the Wolf adventure "Hometown Heroes". He started it when he was in the Fruitland Pack, then did a little more in the Weiser Pack, and we just finally got back around to finishing it up.  To complete the adventure, he needed to..

1) Honor a serviceman/woman who is currently serving overseas by sending a care package & note to thanking them for their service.

2) Interview one of your heroes.

We were able to get a name and address for someone who is currently serving on the USS Ronald Reagan.  We picked up some goodies that travel well, packed it up, and shipped it off.  Then when it came time to pick his hero, he didn't hesitate one bit on his choice.  He immediately chose Brother Belnap from church saying, "he saves people."  Deputy Belnap was such a great person for Hoss to interview.  He took him around the Sheriff's Office, let him tour his patrol car, and told him some pretty amazing cop stories.  He was also very humbled to be called someone's hero.

Grit's Blessing

Sexy Farmer's sister had a baby a week before we had Grit.  We thought it would be great to have them both blessed on the same day.  Since we were going to Rigby for the baptism, and Sexy Farmer's sister lives in Burley, we figured we could have the blessings Sunday on our way home. 

My cousin, Karen, made Grit's blessing outfit.  I LOVE it so much.  She first made it with only blue around the collar of the jacket, but then offered to add it to the rest of the outfit too.  I adore how it turned out and I feel so blessed that she would honor Grit this way.  She is such a thoughtful and talented person!

The blessing itself was a disaster.  Sexy Farmer and I have been in many instances lately where people are just flat out rude and disrespectful.  As much as it sucks to be on the receiving end, we are blessed for those experiences because it helps teach us how we need to treat others.  Whether we ever serve in high positions of the church, the need to accept people into the ward, letting people eat food, and just flat out showing compassion, we have been humbled in those situations to hopefully not treat others the way we have been treated.  This blessing day was one of those instances in so many ways.  When we got home Sexy Farmer actually asked our bishop if there was any way we could bless Grit again.  But, no luck.  We have decided we will never travel for a blessing again, we will just do it in our own ward, where there won't be any paperwork issues, or rushed time frames.  Lesson learned.

On the other hand, we love Grit, and are so happy that he is a member of our family.  He brings us joy on so many levels. He's healthy, happy and that is what matters.

Dustin's Baptism

We headed to Rigby for our cute nephew's baptism.  I made him a baptism towel for his special day.

This is Kim's youngest so it's their last baptism.

Dustin had lots of family there to support him with his decision.  Such a lucky boy to have so many people that love him!

While we were in Rigby, Sexy Farmer went and purchased a handgun.  He recently got his concealed weapons permit.

We couldn't find Boone for a while.  Then we noticed that he had fallen asleep playing.  That's one of the best things, it tells me they are having a blast!

Grit - 2 Months

Height - 23 inches

Weight - 10.11 lbs

Head Circumference - 15.25 inches

Oh my goodness!  Grit is starting to be alert more which means we get to see little blips of his personality.  So far, he loves dad, and will only smile for him.  He's nursing like a champ.  Wakes up 2-3 times a night, and sleeps most of the day in my arms.  He's a joy.  I've always wanted a snuggler, and boy do I have one!  I'm enjoying every moment.  But I also wonder how people with snuggly babies get stuff done.  We broke out the sling and he sleeps quite a bit in there while I cook or fold laundry.  The boys are still smitten with him.  He hates tummy time, and since I don't lay him down much, he isn't even close to rolling over.  He drools, like Boone, and is getting some chubby cheeks.  He sleeps through scouts, which is a huge blessing, and loves to watch whatever Boone may be doing.