Charlie's Baptism (January)

It has been a long, long time but I want to get back to posting memories here. First, however, I must make a few posts about the most important highlights since I last posted.

In January Charlie turned 8! He had made the decision to be baptized so on January 20th he was baptized into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

It was a dark, snowy and bitterly cold evening. Really terrible weather. The font water was not only really cold but really shallow as well (something had gone wrong with the drain). Charlie ended up having to go under twice but he did it. He was baptized and confirmed by Keith.

Granny B, Grandpa Joe and Keith's brothers and their families were there making it extra special for Charlie. Tragically the picture of the entire group was lost. (Mental note: always make sure an important picture is taken on two devices.)

Despite what the previous pictures look like, Jane was pretty excited for her brother.

We are proud of you Charlie and the great choices you are making. Sure love you my Charlie Boy!

Back to School

This is our first year with both kids in school! Jane has started preschool and Charlie is in second grade.

His mouth has been keeping the tooth fairy busy and I love his smile. He is liking his teacher so far.

Some old and new faces at the bus stop. Charlie and his friend Roman are in the same class this year again and they both are super happy about that. 

 Jane goes to pre-school for three hours in the afternoon Monday-Thursday. She also loves her teacher.

 After meet-the-teacher night, Jane came home and drew hearts all over both sides of this piece of paper. On the first day of school she took it with her to give to her teacher.

As for me, I'm planning on spending more quality time with Marvin (my cello) now that I have time to myself. :)