Letter 4 9 2017

My sons:

Yesterday was a great day for everyone who attended Sawyer's baptism.  Arla and kiddos weren't able to make the event because they were out of town.  Because they weren't there, I had time to myself to engage in one of my favorite activities of people watching.  Here are some of my observations:

• Jodi is an elegant looking 50 year old lady.  I admire the grace of her life.
• I was impressed with Tanner and Colton.   Both equally impressive young men and are already and yet will be fantastic missionaries.
• For Halloween Andrew should eat some black frosting, pull some gray panty hose over his head, and go as Lord Voltemort (sp?).
• Sara should see if she can have Corbin model youth clothes.  He is one of the cutest little boys I've ever seen.
• Danie is doing a great job managing a difficult situation.  I was so impressed with Sawyer and his confident, clear responses to the bishop yesterday.
• I really like Ryland.  Telisha is making a great decision for her spouse.
• Emily and Brindi have a special relationship.  They are so cute together and with their parents.
• David looks good with a shaved head.
• Alexis has a the cutest smile ever.
• If cooking doesn't work out for Alyssa, she should go into the business of happy.  She is a happy person.
• I can't blame Laurie and Josh for getting their game on again and going for number 7.  If I had kids as cute as their kids I'd be going for broke...
• Finally, it's apparent that Danie's kids love Ryon.  I think this is a further tribute to Danie.  I respect and admire her grace.

Last week I had an engagement in Provo and spent the night with Jodi and Dan.  It was so nice to be with them for a minute before we went to bed.  In the early morning hours I heard Dan moving about upstairs and so I thought I'd go say hello.  I started up the stairs and my eyes caught sight of Dan, all alone and praying over his bagel.  I was mesmerized and moved.  I don't pray over a snack and Dan taught me a great lesson that morning.

Well, there you are, happenings and thoughts for your week.  I love you very much,

Dad