12.13.2008

Mom and dad returned home very late last evening, Matt and Michele were in Deer Valley overnight for their annual work Christmas dinner/party so this meant the kids were able to stay with us! Mom and dad were already scheduled to be in Salt Lake the entire evening so I jumped at the opportunity of taking the kids until grandma and grandpa returned. Being with Matt and Marty's children is like experiencing a little bit of heaven here on earth, they are so kind, thoughtful, fun, and well mannered.

Mom and dad experienced another wonderful night last evening, they were assigned to dinner parties and then had responsibilities at the Conference Center for the Christmas Concert. Following the concert dad was assigned to accompany featured artist Brian Stokes Mitchell to the Joseph Smith Memorial Building for his cd signing, this was the reason for their late return. It is very apparent that our father is one happy man, returning to missionary service has been the best medicine during this challenging time of our lives; we are so grateful.

Mom took Matt and Michele's kids home this morning so they could attend a ward party and get their chores done. Dad rested throughout the day and prepared for another long evening in Salt Lake.


Dave, Gentry and I took Trax to the Conference Center for the concert this evening, while we were waiting for the program to begin we were able to watch mom and dad in action.
It is most comforting to witness the blessings being afforded our family on a daily basis, one month ago I would not have been able to imagine standing with my father in a building he dearly loves, performing the sacred work he has been called to do. Simply amazing. We were honored this evening to meet a fellow missionary and special friend to mom and dad. Jerry is also traveling this cancer road with his eternal sweetheart who has Leukemia. As I watched dad and Jerry exchange sentiments of love with one another I knew I had just met one of the many angels who surround our parents.