Thanksgiving Point

We went to Thanksgiving Point. The Boys and Naty went and played golf while we took the kids and went to the farm and dinosaur museum. The girls had alot of fun looking and petting the animals. The museum was fun to look at all the dinosaurs that they have. They had a spot were you can play in sand and water. Alanis loved, Emma not so much. But by the end of the day they had some much fun they just passed out.

Alanis' Birthday

Alanis's First Birthday. After we had cake and ice cream we went to the park near by they had some much fun.

Baby Channing

This is Channing Marie. Right now she is 23 weeks old and is moving all over the place. She will be here sometime around October 3rd. I'm hoping she will come early.

Boise Trip

We went to Boise to see some friends. This was the first time that we spent more than two days there and were able to see more of Boise. While we were up there we ate a lot of food. There is a place called big jud's that Brian ate there pound burger. Just looking at that thing made me sick.
While we were up there Brian had his birthday and went out golfing for it. We went to this little town in the mountains, all the house looked the same it was kind of creepy. All in all it was a fun trip.Look at how big that thing is.




Top: half way done. Bottom: last bite.

Top: almost done with the tots. Bottom: three left.

Hello

So I haven't gotten on here in quite some time. Well sense the last time we have found out that we are pregnant with a girl. Her name will be Channing Marie Child. I have been called to be a nursery leader. Emma is now 18 months old and can talk your ear off. She is a very smart little girl. Emma keeps us running around all over the place and we are having fun doing it. Emma loves to cook, clean and just help out with whatever mommy and daddy are doing. We have been working on the backyard work so we can play back there for the summer and have gotten a pool to stay cool. We went on a trip in April to Boise to visit some friends and had lots of fun. It was nice to get away for a bit.

Relief Society on Sunday

On Sunday in Relief Society we talked about testimony and how to bear a testimony. This story was told at the beginning,

President Boyd K. Packer, Acting President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, shared the following insight:



“I had an experience in the mission field that taught me much about testimony. In spite of the fact that all seemed to be under control, we were not progressing as we should. It was not something we were doing that we ought not to do so much, I felt, as something we were not doing that we ought to be doing.

“We held a series of zone conferences to improve the spirituality in the mission. Rather than schedule instruction on the mechanics of missionary work, we determined to have a testimony meeting. In the last conference, in the testimony of one of the humble elders, I found the answer to the problem. There was something different about the brief testimony of this frightened new elder. He stood for less than a minute, yet I learned from his expression what it was that was missing.

“The testimonies we’d heard from all the other missionaries went something like this: ‘I’m grateful to be in the mission field. I’ve learned a lot from it. I have a fine companion. I’ve learned a lot from him. I’m grateful for my parents. We had an interesting experience last week. We were out knocking on doors and …’ Then the missionary would relate an experience. His conclusion would be something like this: ‘I’m grateful to be in the mission field. I have a testimony of the gospel.’ And he would conclude ‘in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.’

“This young elder was different somehow. Anxious not to spend an extra second on his feet, he said simply, in hurried, frightened words, ‘I know that God lives. I know that Jesus is the Christ. I know that we have a prophet of God leading the Church. In the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.’

“This was a testimony. It was not just an experience nor an expression of gratitude. It was a declaration, a witness!

“Most of the elders had said ‘I have a testimony,’ but they had not declared it. This young elder had, in a very few words, delivered his testimony—direct, basic, and, as it turned out, powerful.

"Other quotes from the meeting were " Our testimony meetings need to be more centered on the savior, the doctrines of the gospel, the blessings of the Restoration, and the teachings of the scriptures. We need to replace stories, travelogues, and lectures with pure testimonies." Elder Ballard, "Pure Testimony," Ensign, Nov. 2004

"Because a testimony is personal, testimony bearing often begins with the pronoun I. A testimony can be identified by the use of powerful verbs such as know, testify, or bear witness. Generally speaking, a testimony is short, precise, and concise." Elder Jensen, "Bearing Testimony," Ensign, Oct. 2005

"A testimony of the restored gospel of Jesus Christ will always include these clear and simple truths: (Heavenly Father & Jesus Christ, Joseph Smith, the Book of Mormon, the Restoration, and the current prophet)". President Uchtdorf, The Power of a Personal Testimony," Ensign, Nov. 2006

"It is not unusual to have (someone) say, "how can I bear testimony until I get one? A testimony is to be found in the bearing of it... the spirit (will) confirm to you in your bosom that what you have testified is true." Elder Packer, "the Candle of the lord," Ensign, Jan. 1983

I know this church is true. I know that Joseph Smith is a True Prophet. I know that if you follow the words of the Prophet we can do anything. I know that with the Plan of Salvation we will be able to return to Heavenly Father & Jesus Christ. I know that Heavenly Father loves and knows everyone. I know that the Book of Mormon is true. I know that if we do these things we will find Happiness and peace. I love you all and wanted you to know this.

Christmas 2009

Emma's Christmas Dress!
This dress was made by Michele & I. it was alot of fun making it and Emma loves it.

This Santa outfit was give to her by Grandma & Grandpa child.