Happy Halloween

This year was a beautiful Halloween, with temperatures in the high 60s, just perfect.  Therefore, we took many opportunities to do outdoor activities but didn't capture pictures.  We spent our weekend, at two Trunk-o-Treats, went to a huge Legacy Halloween party, and then Trick-o-Treating Halloween night.  Such a fun way to celebrate a fun holiday.  Elyse had other things going on and therefore, wasn't able to participate in it all or capture pictures.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN
Caleb-banana
Kallen- velociraptor, Blue from Jurassic World
Ian-fox
Maddie-skunk

Deep Portage

The past few days, Kallen and Dad joined the rest of the fifth-grade class, teachers, and parents up north at a camp called, "Deep Portage".  While there they learned a lot about nature and preserving it, like building fires, making shelters, working as a team, rock climbing, getting lost in the middle of the woods, archery, and other games.  

Grandparent's Day

Today was Grandparent's Day, and unfortunately with dad and Kallen being gone, and dad's huge test next Saturday, it worked better for Grandpa and Grandma to visit a different weekend.  Therefore, Grandparent's day involved just Nana.  Therefore, Ian knew Nana couldn't be at two spots at once and therefore, asked our great school friend Sue Happ, whom kids call, "Nana Happ" to go as their grandma too.  It made her cry and worked great.  Ian and Maddie loved having Nana there, going to the book fair, and performing their songs, but their highlight of the day by far was going to Willy McCoys afterward and getting great food, and an amazing dessert!

Ian is "Student of Great Character"

Legacy kicked off this year's "Student of Great Character" again this month with the character trait of trust.  Ian was chosen in his class. This does not surprise me as he is one of the most trustworthy kids I know.  In fact, on his certificate, his teacher wrote, "I always know that I can trust you!" So proud of him!

Legacy's Mane Event

Today Dad and the kids participated in their school's annual "Mane Event".  It's a free community-run event of a 1.5-mile obstacle course that all five ran this year.  The course involved the same obstacles of running, tire obstacles, lily pads over a freezing pool, a rope course, ninja stagier steps, a giant wall, a mud pit, a car wash, and the newest, a super long slip n'slide.  After they all successfully crossed the finish line, they quickly dried off and changed; and then played on the playground, ate Pizza Ranch pizza, and hung out with friends.  The entire morning was supposed to be cold, but turned out beautiful thanks to the weather, safety, and the community!

Elyse Turns 14 Years Old

Today, Elyse turned 14, another year in her teens,, which is evident daily.  She continues to love drama, singing, volleyball, and being with friends.  Thankfully still loves the Lord and now officially leads her school's worship team which brings us great joy.  Her personality can still be described as extroverted, enthusiastic, strong-willed, procrastinator, kind, and a night owl! 

Elyse celebrated 14 a little differently for dinner this year as she had volleyball practice and a late-night middle school event.  Before her busyness, she celebrated at home with family singing and opening presents.  Her girl party won't come for a few weeks due to more of her busy schedule, ha.  

We love you so much Elyse and pray daily that God would continue to be your rock and hope.  

HAPPY 14th BIRTHDAY, ELYSE!

Loki

Ten days ago, our family grew one more as we adopted one of our good friend's puppies.  We have seen this litter every week since two weeks old and Loki was by far the kiddos' favorite.  Dad said, "Never."  Although, I said there is always hope if he was the last one and he was.  Therefore, our friends asked again and we did a trial run at home with him.  Grace, Dad, and the kids all loved him and he did great.  So we are happy to finally share we now have another furry friend to love and cuddle with (took ten days to decide on a name, ha),

Loki- 
Bernadoodle
Born June 19, 2022
Adopted August 26, 2022