Our Bucket Filler

Will was recognized by the teachers at his school as a "bucket filler" at Smalley Elementary. He received a certificate and the bright green shirt he is wearing. Will is an extremely bright and intelligent child but it means even more to me that he is nice and considerate of others. He fills my bucket every day!

Overnight Camp Trip to Death Valley

We have been to Death Valley a couple of times but never to the park's north end. So...after my parents came to town to see Taylor's play, they went to Death Valley to explore and we joined them Friday night for a quick one night camping trip.

Gas prices at the one station in the park. Glad we filled up in Pahrump!

 Pictures from Scotty's Castle

This last picture is from Ubehebe Crater. It was VERY windy up on the crater's ridge.

Taylor is "Little Mermaid"

 What a show! Last week we had the button popping privilege of seeing our daughter show off her talents in her role of Ariel in "Little Mermaid" She was incredible (if I do say so myself)! I could tell she was having so much fun up there on stage. When she sang her solo, I got teary-eyed and cousin Anna, Nana, and Papa admitted to feeling the same way. Can't wait to see where Taylor's talents lead her! She has already been invited by the director to join the more advanced class called "Stars" for this upcoming semester where they will be doing "Annie". Here are some pics from the musical:

 Ariel and her friend Flounder

Taylor and her friends Reese, Lilly and Madison who came to support her. They were so fun to watch because they were so excited to be there and they all watched in anticipation whenever Ariel was with Prince Eric, wondering if they would kiss. Then they all looked at each other with huge grins when the happy couple hugged. You have made us very proud Taylor!