Tonight our ward had a talent show. It was a fun activity with tons of cookies and displays of all the handicrafts people did. It was an impressive array. We also had a show with performances. Scott was the MC and did a good job. He didn't try to be funny--just announced everything and got it on its way. The last number was a barbershop quintet (2 guys on bass) featuring Scott and some other people you might recognize. They did a good job and here it is for your viewing pleasure:  The bishopric did a lip sync of "Once There Was a Snowman" that was pretty entertaining: And here was the best joke of the night: Q: Why should the United States ban shredded cheese? A:  Make America Grate Again!

June 7, 2009 (written by Scott) Everyone but David and Jan camped at Zion this week. G & G Hansen joined us one night. Here is everyone's favorite: Susanna:  eating marshmallows and going on hikes Talmage:  eating s'mores and playing Uno Everett: Emerald pools hike Paula:  Emerald Pools hike Garrett: the scenery Lincoln:  Emerald Pools hike Dad: Emerald Pools hike amd seeing Bryce Canyon Mindy:  sleeping in a tent Camille: going home Jan stayed home for marching band, nursed his cold and studied for the ACT. Thursday-Saturday Garrett, Lincoln, and Jan went to the stake YM camp. The shower relay was a big hit. They also liked biking and teaching. Lincoln taught Bro. Killian and Bro. McNeil was acting as his wife. Ev and Lincoln split up their bunkbed. June 21, 2009 (written by Paula) Last week our cousins, the Neils and the Bruces plus Uncle Brian came for dinner so we didn't have family council. This week Scott, Jan and Garrett went on the Teacher/Priest Activity. They