Busy & Rewarding Sunday

Today was a busy, fun, and rewarding day. Our neighbors son, who pretty much grew up with James, had his missionary farewell today. Wayde will be leaving next Wednesday to go to the Columbus, South Carolina mission. He is so excited! Wayde comes from a large, large family--he is one of 14 kids. Because of the number of people that would be coming to support Wayde, we offered to have the diner for family and friends at our home, because we have more space. We had Wayde's sister's party here too--they are a fun family & we sure enjoy having them! I remember when Wayde's family moved here, he was sort of an awkward, shy 15 year old. It's been fun to watch him grow up and become a confident, prepared young man. Congrats Wayde! I'm way excited for you and very proud of you!!


Today was also Josh's first time blessing the sacrament, as he was ordained a priest last week! He had two very good friends bless with him. I was so proud of him! And Emmett, who turned 16 this past Tuesday, was ordained a priest in his ward today as well. Josh and I left the party so that we could be there for him. Emm asked Josh to stand in for the ordination, which was very cool. And of course, below are two of my three favorite guys in the world!


And, my mom took a quilting class that taught her some new techniques. I benefitted from it, because she had this quilt that she had originally made me about 15 years ago or so. She decided to try out what she learned on my quilt & finished it & gave it to me yesterday! I think it's so, so pretty & was way excited to get it! I just love it. Thanks MOM!