update on Elder Jergensen

We got a great letter from Mitch last week telling us he has arrived safely in France. He has been assigned to his first area, Rouen, and seems to be enjoying it.

The three greenies (bleus) with their trainers at the Eiffel Tower

Lindsey

I thought you would like to read what I found tonight. Background: The Olsen's brought puppies to the Ward Trunk-or-Treat tonight to see if any one wanted them. The Dunn's (our next door neighbors), it appears, have become new dog owners. It sounds like they will build a fence, then bring it home later. Lindsey got in the car acting put out by her parents who don't let her have what she wants, as opposed to Emily's that always make sure she gets what she wants. I just went to her room as I was going to bed. On her little white board, this is what she has written:

I might add to the list:

* has children owners that always feed it
* it never barks in the night
* it always chases UPS trucks (it was so entertaining how
Chandler did this, although it made deliveries difficult sometimes.)
* it has a new digestive system which never has the need to
eliminate waste products! (Because scooping poop just never
happens as it should!!!)

Trying to figure this out!

This is a test to see if this is how I add a post. What about a photo?

We have had a fairly good garden this year, but our green beans and zucchini did not do well. Those are usually the only things that grow for us! But, the reason I am writing this is because one thing that went well were the pumpkins! We have 6 pumpkins, 4 or 5 which are larger than any pumpkin we have ever bought. They are so fun! I took two pictures of them today with my cell phone. I will have to have an expert help me post the photos.

Tal is at Pathfinders with Lindsey, and he has the camera. Pathfinders is an outdoor ranch/camp that our 5th graders attend. I went yesterday morning, then Tal came to take over by dinnertime. They will be back Wednesday afternoon. Lindsey and I had a great time-- a neat program! I was a little sad leaving, but Tal was the "parent of choice"! She was so excited for him to be there with her! I really am not jealous, and am getting a lot accomplished while they are gone.

I will close and see about this photo thing. I am going to good at this!

New blog

Katie has set up a blog for our family! How fun! Now I need to figure out what to do with the rest. Being that we live in California, we have been involved with Yes on Proposition 8, restoring traditional marriage as being between only a man and a woman. (What a novel idea!) Anyway, we are keeping busy making phone calls. That is my priority right now, then I will get on this!