Maria and Kelly Update

February, already gone? Wow. We keep plugging along. We have dealt with sick kids on and off this month, but I think we are all healthy now. Steven had a fun scout winter camp that Kelly was able to attend. They played capture the flag in frigid temps. but they didn't seem to mind. Kelly and I attended a stake Valentine dance and we had a great time dancing all night. Our feet were very sore the next day. Steven babysat for us since Amber and Megan both had paying gigs that night. Amber and Megan both participated in a choir festival for their respective grades. They enjoyed singing with other talented singers who were serious about singing. Kelly and I realized that school dances are horrible after chaperoning Megan's 8th grade dance. We were offended by some of the very suggestive dancing going on. Our kids really have to be strong to 'be in the world but not of it.' I spent Thursday shoveling 6 inches of fresh snow in 6 degree weather while Kelly was in San Diego enjoying 75 degrees. After meetings he was able to visit his twin brother and his family for a couple days. Winter will end someday, we think. Marissa had her first basketball game yesterday and loved it. She really likes to play basketball and actually has a good shot. Friday night I had a primary class party for the two oldest primary classes, Steven's class and my class. We made homemade pizza, played games and ate brownies for dessert. I think the kids enjoyed getting to know each other outside of church. We had a good time. I have attached a picture of our winter wonderland. Enjoy!