28 February 2016

Just a quick note: Dad and I are in the Salt Lake airport waiting for our flight to Idaho Falls.  We left Minneapolis this afternoon. We got to go to church with Sam, Nat, and the girls, this morning, then had a relaxing afternoon. The week went by so quickly!  The girls were good, and adjusted to me pretty fast...but I can tell I'm 30 years older than when I used to do that sort of thing every day!  It was so fun to get to know them each better, especially Alida, because I really hadn't had the chance to know her personality before. 
   Apple Valley Ward had Ward conference today, and it was great.  Lots of wonderful talks, and nice people to meet.  An interesting thing, that you don't see very often.  The first councelor in the Stake presidency, is the older brother of the Stake president.  It made me think of Joseph and Hyrum Smith. 
   We're all glad that Kevin is home now...and shouldn't have to deploy EVER AGAIN!  :)  Now to find a regular job.  Good luck in your search, Kevin. 
   Congratulations to Sam, on earning the award of #1 branch for Stanley in 2015.  So much hard work went in to that, some that I know of, and even more that we'll never realize, I'm sure.  Congratulations to Natalie as well, for all your behind the scenes support.  Very proud of you, dear. 
   And congratulations to Zach, for completing your Master's degree.  No more classes!!!  And good luck as you start your new job next week.
   Happy birthday to Maddie on Tuesday!  And to Spencer on Saturday!  We'll be eager to hear all about your birthday celebrations. 
    We'll be boarding in just a few minutes, so I'll sign off.  But please know that we love each one of you.  We're proud of each one, we pray for each one, every day. 
   Love, Mom/Johanna/Nana

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