Washington D.C.

While in Virginia we took one day to visit Washington D.C. We drove to the nearest train station and took the metro to the stop nearest the Smithsonian Museums. Most of the day we walked through museums, but also took time to walk the mall and see most of the monuments.

Abigail's baptism

We flew to Virginia threw Dulles Washington Airport to visit Tiffany and support Abigail in her decision to be baptized. During our visit Jed and Shana drove up from North Carolina so that Jed could perform the baptism and confirmation. Abigail, Dorian, & Kerigan sang at the baptism along with some of Abigail's friends. It was also Easter weekend so the kids were treated to an Easter Egg hunt on Saturday afternoon following the baptism and lunch. Abigail, Dorian, Kerigan, & Corbin had a great time along with Abby's friends who were invited over for the fun.

Madi recital

April 7th brought a piano recital whee Madilynn was the star, of course. She played two songs and did an outstanding job.

Women's Conference

Our Relief Society put on a terrific Women's Conference in March. Jo Lynn and the 4 girls modeled swimwear during the luncheon.

Taylin Birthday

I am not very good at keeping up with this, obviously. I had hoped to post a photo of Taylin on her first birthday on St. Patrick's Day, but apparently I don't have one. We did go to her house for birthday cake in the evening. Happy Birthday Taylin!

Shacee Backus turned four. We had pizza and she opened her gifts.

Election Day

Just spent 2 hours standing on a street corner with a "Yes on Proposition 102" the Marriage Amendment sign. Very interesting how people react. I was called a racist (??) and a bigot, yelled at, given thumbs down, tongue stuck out at me, and the middle finger salute. Many would not even look at me. But for all those who waved back, honked, whistled, and gave a thumbs up it was definitely worth it. It is frightening how immoral our society has become that this is even an issue--and that so many are against this proposition. It has been a long two years of campaigning and we are very glad to see an end to it. I fear for the future if Obama wins the election and has a majority of Democrats in congress. However, I don't see a much rosier picture with McCain. Orrin Hatch has said that the constitution is already hanging by a thread, and I think he is right. We must have faith in our church leaders and the guidance they have been giving us. They are seers. They know what is ahead. President B K Packer told us at stake conference this past Sunday that we are now entering the years of famine after all the years of plenty.