I had decided that I would try other forums for our Family History and felt impressed that I needed to go back to this blog. So I am documenting our life in this crazy and unexpected time...
The month of January has been hard for Nathanael and Lindsay Ann. Scotland went back on strict lockdown. That means that everything has shut down and there really are no jobs available for Nathanael to get. It also has been frustrating for Lindsay Ann as she has to do a lot of work online instead of on campus. They have been able to see a few things this month-just not as many as they would like to visit. They just keep going and try to enjoy the experiences that they can. For example, it snowed at the beginning of the year in the middle of the night. Nat and Lindsay Ann went out to enjoy the snow and Lindsay Ann made a snowman that ended up on the local news.
Logan and Lindsay Kaye started the new year visiting Logan's family in Louisiana. They had a great time there. Lindsay Kaye earned her Associate Degree so that all of her credits will transfer to wherever she ends up with Logan. She and Logan have had some health issues and so they are trying to figure that out. They have been to many different kinds of doctors-just not for Covid. They are working right now as they are deciding what they are going to be doing next and where they are going to be.
Elder Ethan celebrated his 20th birthday this month. I was so excited for him to get his package because we had got him a KC soccer jersey that was only $20 and was just like one he was looking at on P-Day for $120. He said that he had had a wonderful birthday. He and his companion also got Covid-but one tender mercy was that they quarantined just as they started having symptoms and were done with their quarantine in time to attend the baptism of a young lady they had worked with. It was a small miracle.
Clarissa got to perform in COPA's Winter Concert. She even had a little solo part-which she did really well. That first performance though was interesting. The costume lady decided to have her change her costume right before her performance- but it took too long and she missed about 1/3 of her song and was not wearing all the costume pieces because the costume people messed up on that too! Despite this, she handled herself well and of course, the show must go on. She continued as if nothing had happened. The other performances went much better and the costume lady realized that she had made a mistake. She also got to perform in Lone Peak's production of , "Hello Dolly". She had fun with her friends and really likes that musical. Clarissa also got to go on her first date. A young man that she is good friends with asked her out. He is from Australia and is a really good guy. They went to Popeyes and grabbed dinner. Then they and the two other couples they were with went back to his house and played some really fun games. Then they did a cookie contest...she had a blast. At the end of the date, he brought out all of her favorite chocolates like Kit Kats etc. It was so sweet. I am so grateful that she had a wonderful experience. She was happy that she got to do something that normal teenagers do in high school.
Zachary celebrated his 11th birthday. Of course, it was Harry Potter themed. I texted each Mom individually and asked if they would feel comfortable having their child come to our home for a party. There were kids who had already had Covid. One Mom was concerned- but everyone ended up coming and having a lot of fun. We had the wands choose the wizards first. My Dad had made the wands out of the branches from his snowball bush. He stripped the bark, sanded them, had them dry out, and then stained them. They were each unique because of that and imperfect-which made them so cool! I love that he did that and the kids were so amazed by them-especially Zachary. We then had them sorted into the different houses. They we had Defense Against the Dark Arts by having them play a Werewolves game that Travis' sister had made with Hogwarts characters. After that, we did Potions by making Butterbeer. Then the kids had Charms using Sparklers. Finally, they played Quidditch. It was fun and successful. It was my last party that I was in charge of for my kids. When they turn 12, they get to do late nights instead. I honestly felt kind of relieved and also a bit out of sorts because we are moving into a new phase of life....
Even though things have been so different these last several months, we are grateful for the things that we are able to do and enjoy. I am also so grateful for each of my children and their spouses. They are solid and unwavering in what is right and have been able to discern truth through all the confusing philosophies of men. I have had many moments of joy and I am looking forward to the events coming up this year .
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