My parents spent some time with us and we had a great time together. My kids call them Oma and Opa. Madeline loved her days with Oma and Opa when all the boys were in school. We took a trip to the zoo, which was very entertaining, mostly due to Madeline. For me the true amusement is watching the kids get so excited about the animals. Madeline was unique, though. She placed each animal into a family. She would point out who was the Mommy, the Daddy, and the baby. It was simply adorable. She especially loved the goats and was not afraid to go brush them, in fact she didn't miss one. We were in there for a while watching Madeline make sure that every goat was well cared for.
On our way through the zoo Madeline noticed this Monkey Statue. She immediately yelled "DAD!" We all had a good laugh about it and she wanted her picture taken with Dad. I'm hoping she really meant it was the Daddy monkey.
We also visited the beautiful Temple Lights. They don't really compare to the Washington D.C. Temple lights, but it's still an impressive sight and a little warmer, which is a plus.
I can't forget the real reason for my parents visit. My oldest boy, Joshua, turned 12 in December and he was ordained to the office of Deacon in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. My Father was able to be there and participate. This is the wonderful three generation picture of Dad, Joshua, and Opa.
1 comment:
what a wonderful december - it was fun to read your update. why aren't your parents aging at all? good for them, but don't they know how unnerving that is to the rest of us :-)?
one difference i have found between my girls and my boy: the girls were always more aware of family groupings and relationships - every caterpillar had to have a mom, dad, aunt, etc.
madeline sounds like so much fun! they all do - what a fun bunch o' kiddos!
you have a deacon!? i teared up at the thought it, so neat your dad could be there!
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