Graduations!

So many big events have happened in Chris's life the past few weeks and we have been so busy with family home and dad's funeral and getting dad's house ready to rent that I haven't had time to document everything. On the 31st of May Chris was ordained to the office of elder. Scott ordained him and Kevin and Brent stood in the circle. Also standing in the circle was the bishop, his YM pres. His sunday school teacher, and the missionaries. This was the day before dad's funeral and Scott was speaking at the funeral. Scott asked the boys for a blessing. That night it was so special to have Kevin, Brent, and Chris give Scott a blessing of comfort.



Seminary graduation was also on the 31st of May. Chris and his girlfriend Kelcey were the only seminary graduates from our ward. Chris loved seminary. He had so much fun in his seminary classes. He was class president one year and that was a great opportunity for him. He has grown so much in seminary. I have really seen a growth in him during his last year. Thanks to Bro. Welty and Sis. Payne for being such wonderful teachers and examples.

We managed to catch our breath and gear up for the next big event. Chris graduated from Moses Lake Highschool on the 5th of June. It was held outside at Lion's field. First time in over 30 years that the ceremony was outside. It was beautiful. Chris's good friend Blake was the senior class speaker and he did a magnificent job. Here's a pic before we took off for the ceremony.

Chris and Kelcey showing off their diplomas.

They are both headed to Rexburg. Good luck you two.

Chris and his buddy Tyler Platt. Can you believe I'm actually letting these 2 room together at BYUI? What was I thinking? I know they will have so much fun together. I just hope they remember that they are down there to go to school.

The family at graduation. Kevin and Carolyn wanted to be there so much but after coming home for the funeral they had to get back to class at the Y. We missed them! Thanks grandma for being here to help us celebrate.

We took so many pictures. Far to many to blog. I will have lots to scrapbook this fall when Chris heads off to school. I got so many pictures with all his friends.

Way to go Chris. We are so proud of you. You have such a bright future ahead of you. Remember to always do your best and to always watch out for others along your journey. We love you so very much. You have brought joy and laughter into our home. Thanks for being such a wonderful son.