Our missionary, Elder Nathanael, is doing well. He now has been in the mission field for 20 months. Nat finally sent us a picture of him and his 3rd cousin, Elder Nathan Lloyd, that he did divisions with a few months ago. Their great-grandfathers were brothers and we sent Nathanael a picture of the great-grandfathers. The experience meeting a relative in Chile has been "memorable". Another pretty "memorable" event was the fact that one of the missionaries injured in the Brussels attack this last month is a friend of Nathanael's. They grew up together. Nat had heard about the attack because it was international news, he just told us that he didn't realize that it was his friend and that he had just written him. They had been writing each other on their missions. Nathanael has told us that things have been a bit slow lately as it has been summer and many are on vacations. However, this week, he did share with us that he met a man who has become inactive but remembered singing with Nathanael in the district choir and he decided to go back to church. I hope that Nat is writing all these "memorable" experiences in his journal!
Lindsay had some "memorable" experiences in March. She had the opportunity to go on tour with the A' Cappella choir to California. They were able to go to Knott's Berry Farm, Disneyland, the beach, and the Newport temple. The choir competed well in the competitions and enjoyed the workshops. One of the most "memorable" nights of the trip was when they went to Medieval Times for dinner. Lindsay thought that the dinner and show were really well done. I had gone to Medieval Times for dinner on tour in high school as well. I enjoyed it so much that Travis and I went there to dinner for my birthday on our honeymoon. Because it was my birthday, I was "damed" and got a picture with the knight that was jousting for our table. I have great memories from both those experiences and I am excited that Lindsay was able to make her own memories. Lindsay also had the opportunity to go to the "Spring Fling" dance. This was the first time that she was invited and she had a really good time. As she gets close to high school graduation, she enjoys these activities. They will be fond memories for her in years to come.
Ethan also had a "memorable" March. He tried out for the high school soccer team and was excited to make the Sophmore provisional team. He has been working hard training on this team and he is getting to know a lot of new boys. One "memorable" experience for him this month was participating in the Grand Concert with the Concert Singers choir in Junior high, This concert includes the orchestra and band as well. At the end, they all participate in a piece that honors our military veterans. When the song of the different military branches are played and sung, our veterans or family members of those currently serving stand while we applaud them. This is my third time watching this concert and this piece touches me every time. I can't hold back the tears-especially during the Marines. My Grandpa McMillan was a Marine in WWII. Not a week goes by that I don't think about him and my Grandma. They really had a huge influence in my life for good. I still miss them. I am grateful for their examples and the examples of my amazing parents. One final "memorable" event for Ethan was winning the Jr. Jazz basketball league with his regular soccer team. As Travis said, "Not bad for a bunch of soccer players!"
Clarissa also had a couple of "memorable" performances this last March. First of all, the sixth graders get to perform Shakespeare plays in March. Clarissa got to play the part of Rosalind in the play, "As You Like It". She did a great job and just shines when she is acting! She also performed in her Irish dance recital. Lindsay was on tour and was unable to participate, however, once again, Clarissa shined in her performance! She did such a good job and it was such a treat to watch her. It was a "memorable" performance. The music was perfect for Irish dancers, the choreography was excellent, and Clarissa was darling. She played her "dance character" well. She has a lot of "memorable" experiences from sixth grade and is enjoying her last few months of elementary school.
Zachary had a few "memorable" experiences for him. We went to East Canyon condominiums with Travis' family. The leprechaun visited us there and left a little treasure. He was thrilled! Our leprechaun visits us every year but he didn't remember finding the treasure at East Canyon. We also celebrated Easter in March this year (it was a bit early). Zachary enjoyed all the activities that we do with cousins on both sides. He seemed to really understand this year that we celebrate Easter because of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. These family traditions are very important for all of us, however, Zac seems to really crave these "memorable" times with family. He gets so excited that it makes the rest of us excited as well! Finally, another "memorable" experience for Zachary was going to the BYU spring scrimmage with Travis and Ethan. He seemed to have a wonderful time!
It has been a "memorable" March for our family. The "memorable" events are mostly good. We did have one event that was "memorable" in a sad way. Ethan's tortoise, Stanley, passed away on Easter and we buried him next to "Michael's tree", and Ethan's parakeet, Henry. Unfortunately, we seem to have a difficult time with losing pets sooner than expected. I felt so bad for Ethan and the other kids-but I know that these experiences provide important life lessons. It also was a time to reflect on the fact that it was Easter and our Savior's sacrifice and how that helps us in times such as these. So yes. March was "memorable" this year.
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