Prom this year was at the Aquarium. Josh said it was a great venue. Minimal dancing. Their group had dinner at the Cope’s house, we went downtown for pictures, then the dance, after prom party where the gambling room was the hit of the night, and then Waffle House for 3am breakfast. I’d say it was a pretty successful evening? And….how handsome is this kid? I just love his cute face. It was fun to take him suit shopping, and he even let me style his curls for the evening.
Make sure to put in the slides that have his baby pic. And also the ones that tell their plans after HS HOW ARE WE ALREADY HERE? I feel in total denial. And things don’t get easier the second time around. I’ve been a weepy mess all month. He’s so ready to move on, but…
I love this project the 8th graders do. They have to really think about what makes them, them. I loved Josh’s and wanted to share it here. It’s so perfect.
Josh joined the Cross Country team this year. I am so proud of him! He stuck it out even though it wasn’t really his favorite thing. He always tried hard and he improved so much. It was so fun watching him run at meets with his good buddy Ethan. I’m so glad he tried something…
Dear Josh, What a special birthday! Turning 12 is so much fun and I am so excited for you to get to join the YM program. Last week I had the opportunity to sit in on your interview with the bishop as he interviewed you to receive the Aaronic Priesthood and gave you your very…
Dear Josh, Yay! You are a driver! Both you AND I are very excited about this newfound independence. I love watching you learn and grow, make mistakes, and have awesome successes. From hiking a few 14ers, to summiting an active volcano, I’d say it’s been a pretty exciting year. You love to hang out with…
IT HAS BEEN THE BEST FALL EVER!! So, so much fun, joy and pride watching the kids do what they love. Josh rocking the tennis court, Halle being a SUPERSTAR on Stage, and Blake playing flag football and hanging with his friends. The weather’s been great, the leaves are beautiful, and I am HAPPY!
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