Orem Festival

Tonight is the Orem Fest Parade. Nathan, Kevin and Kyle were invited to march in the parade as soldiers. I think they looked pretty handsome in their uniforms. As I looked at Kyle I couldn't help but think of those young boys who have fought for our country. Pretty humbling.

I am so grateful for all the many opportunities our family has.

We are truly blessed. This time of year we are especially blessed to celebrate

our country's freedoms and the people who fought in our behalf.

Thank you!

Go USA!!!!

EFY

June 7-12th

BYU - EFY

Above - The "Yellow Group". Kevin got to meet kids form all over the US. His group is only a fraction of all kids that were signed up with this session of EFY. The campus was filled with teenagers.

Kevin and Matt Wager roomed together in the dorms (Richard Hall) at BYU. The picture below is them checking-in on Monday.
Kevin had a great experience at BYU-EFY. Especially For Youth is an organized youth conference at BYU. Each day is filled with group devotionals, classes, activities, dances, and the eating experience at the Wilkinson Center. He came home and said, "Mom, thanks for raising me in the church." He gave Nathan and I a verbal summary of his week. We laughed and are grateful he had the chance to go.

Casper Swimming Time

We stayed at a nice hotel. A nice hotel is when there is an indoor pool and kids can swim. Jon's sister, Sarah, met us with two of her children, and Heather brought Lance and the twins. We had the pool to ourselves. I can't show you what Jon was wearing. Hence, that is the reason we took pictures with his suit under the water. (inside joke)

Kristen Graduation

Casper College Graduation

May 14, 2010

Kristen graduated from Casper College, in Casper, Wyoming. She received her associates with a double major in Theatre Performance and Technical Theatre. She was also acknowledged with high honors. We are so proud of her. She spent many hours attending school, working, and being a newlywed.

Kristen with the Dean of the Theatre Department, Tom Empy. He had a great part of Kristen's experience at Casper. We are so grateful for his help with scholarships and Kristen's overall experience at Casper College. Tom was the graduating speaker for the gradutaon. He is retiring after more than 30 years of teaching.
Tom and Sharon always have a smile and were there to support Kristen.

(I forgot my camera at the hotel. These are from our phones.)

Memorial Weekend 2010

For Memorial Monday we headed west to Nine Mile Pass. Steve Wager showed us about 10 miles of trails through the desert. The boys love being on the four-wheelers. I have to admit I go because they love it. I love it when we get home safely.

THIS LAND IS YOUR LAND....THIS LAND IS MY LAND.............

THIS LAND IS MADE FOR YOU AND ATV!

Nathan and Kyle Fishing

KYLE'S BIG FISHING DAY

Today Nathan and Kyle woke up really early and headed to the mountains. They drove to Gooseberry which is in Manti-LaSal Forest east of Fairview (8,000 ft). They spent the day exploring and fishing. Kyle brought home a fish for dinner.

Time flies!

Memorial Day Ride in the West Desert

2010

I am very behind in my blog. I will try to catch up with in the next few days. This spring has been very busy. Kristen graduated from Casper College with her associates in Performance Theatre and Technical Theatre with high honors. Kristen and Jon are now living in Orem and are expecting their first child in October. School is out and the summer calendar is packed with all kinds of activities. I hope to post more pictures soon.

We sure appreciate everyone and all the love and support we receive.

Have a great summer.

Lori

Kevin and family at the Eagle Court of Honor

We had a wonderful afternoon watching and participating with Kevin as he received his Eagle Scout Award. Paula came down from Rexburg, Justin Allred came from Logan Kristen, Jon, Kyle, Nathan and I were all there to witness a wonderful event. Kevin was one of seven boys to receive his Eagle.

CONGRATULATIONS!!!

Kevin Eagle Award

The boys receiving their Eagle Award:

McKay Court, Kevin Criman, McKay Daniel, Justin Kho, Spencer Fairbanks, Shane Sorensen, and Matt Wager.



Thanks to all the leaders. We will forever be grateful!!!

Kevin with family and friends. Mom and dad's received pins along with the scouts. Kevin gave a mentor pin to Justin Allred, his scout master. Justin drove down from Logan to support all these boys. He taught five out of the seven.

Seven Eagles!

The Wagers have been real great friends to our family. They have five boys. Criscel Wager shows her five eagle pins. All five boys have received their Eagle Award. Pretty awesome!

Kevin Scout Experience

Below are pictures I put together for Kevin's Eagle Court of Honor. We are so appreciative for his scout leaders. Kevin has had a great experience with the Boy Scout program. We are so proud of him and the great example he sets for all of us. We love you Kevin.

Above from left to right:

Ted Johnson (Deacon leader, Marc Wilson, Scout Master, and John Karren, current scout master.)

Kev in 11 year old scouts

Kevin and Kyle participated in a Stake Court of Honor flag ceremony.

Kevin standing by a cannon at a scout activity.

Kevin receiving award from Marc Wilson.

Nathan was Kev's 11 year old scout leader.

Kevin at Arches National Park, Goblin Valley, "God's Favorite" play, MVHS football 2009, American Fork Canyon, self portrait, MVHS sound and light board -"Techie", Kristen's wedding,

St. George rocks, scout boat campout, and announcing a MVHS baseball game 2010.

Jr. high band playing the trumpet, 4-wheeling, football, scout camp rope tying, Kevin getting swimming merit badge at BYU pool, Eagle project, and fishing with Brother Allred.