We have Bats!

Last evening - at sunset, the Bahlmann's, Nordell's and Clyde and I watched the house to see if we had bats.  We have about 200.   They were noisy and amazing.  I never realized that bats were so noisy.  In truth, if this wasn't going to be so costly to eliminate - it would be a truly awesome sight.  I kept seeing dollar signs as the bats flew out of the house.

I have not felt well for a couple of days.  I just want to sleep.  Maybe I have finally hit the wall and just need to get my strength and health back.  Tomorrow is our temple day - looking forward to that.

Sabbath and Family

This was one of the first Sundays that we had only the Bahlmann's, Nordells and Doreen for dinner.  It was so much fun.  I love that we get to have so much family time together here.

I forgot to mention yesterday what my most memorable memory was.  When I saw Sam Kilts for the first time in over 10 years, I started to introduce myself.  He looked at me and enveloped me in a hug and said, "I know who you are.  You are my Grandma Bailey."  I cried.  He was the first person to ever call  me Grandma.  So special.  I am hoping to be able to go to his farewell on June 21.

Family Road Trip

This morning we got up early and headed to the Bountiful Temple to see Josh Kilts marry Rebecca.  It was beautiful and I now add another temple to our list.  The Spirit was strong and I could once again feel my father's presence.  It was wonderful.

We meandered home a bit - stopping and getting things that we needed as we headed home.  Heather and Heidi had to be back for practice but I think it got rained out.  Not sure though.  Was an incredible day. 

Looking forward to tomorrow

This morning we went to the dentist and found out we both need crowns on the teeth he tried fix.  Not looking forward to that expense.  We went to Walmart and bought another crock pot.  One is just not enough to feed our families when they all gather anymore.

The numbness in my mouth finally completely left about 6 this evening.  My head is pounding and I want to go to bed so badly.

Tomorrow is our old neighbor - Josh Kilt's - wedding day.  Heather Heidi, Clyde and I are all driving up to the Bountiful temple to see our wonderful friends again.

Radishes Galore

The Bahlmann's, Clyde and I harvested over 1 pound of spinach and almost 2 pounds of radishes from the garden - the first picking of the season.  The radishes are very sweet but spinach did not go with our dinner.

We went to the temple and did a session and then sealings afterwards.  It was wonderful to be there but for the first time since I have been home, I cried over the loss of my father.  Dad spent all the time he could in the temple and I could feel him there.  Plus there were many who recognized me as President Brugger's daughter.  It was a bittersweet experience but worth it. 

We had the Bahlmann's over for dinner.  Heather, Heidi and I went and picked up some kitchen things for a wedding this weekend.  It has been a good day.  Now the families are all off to practice for The Mormon Miracle.

The Pfiesters Went Home!

We had a last day with the Pfiester's at Thanksgiving Point.  ALL of the cousins were together for the first time in 4 years and it was joyous.  We were a bit late going home.  I had new lenses coming in and my lenses broke the bit, then the bit would not go all of the way through and they had to get a longer one.  Turned out the lenses slipped while being drilled and the holes were off.  They had to order new glasses!  I will wait a few more days to see.  However it has been a wonderful day.  We got a grandparent pass to Thanksgiving Point and will take the grandchildren up in the next few weeks to go to the museums in the next few weeks.  We were there a few minutes 'on the farm' and Evie and Luke got to ride the 'pony go round'.  Looking forward to a good nights sleep!

It has been an interesting day,,,

We went up to Manti Lasal National park and Nathanael started throwing up.  He has been sick ever since.  It is not a good forecast for tomorrow when the Pfiester's leave for Texas.  We are praying.  The rest of us have had a wonderful day playing and spending time together.  We will have to wait and see what happens with the illness aspect and go from there.  It has been a great weekend though.