Girls' Camp

This was Lexi's first opportunity to go to girls' camp with our church. It starts when you're twelve. She was so excited and even chose to go there instead of join Jordan and me in Banff this week. I had a feeling she would and I knew it would be a great experience for her. She loved every minute of it and wishes she was back there. The tight bonds that were formed warm my heart. She has known many of these girls for the past 7 years, but this really solidified their friendship.

Plus, this was a great test of her maturity. I have always known she was independent, but this really gave her a chance to spread her wings. I never spend time away from my kids. She had her first whole week without her family. We were out of the country and phones aren't allowed at camp. She was able to focus on what was really important. I can see amazing growth in her and I love it.  

Zip lining

Lauren, Avery, Lexi & Brady

Cabin life (more like glamping)

Our ward group (girls from our church congregation)

Back (Left to Right): Sister Martin, Sister Griffeth, Soliel, Leah, Katy, Hazel, Riley, Lola, Serenity, Brady, Desani, & Sister Jones
Middle Row: Lauren, Bella, Kennedy, Camryn, Hailey, Ahnyka, & Lexi
Front: Chrissy, Lauren, & Avery

Mess Hall Food

Pool

Volleyball

Avery, Lexi, Brady & Lauren

Nature Walk

 Catching a ride home from the nature walk (cheaters)

Gaga Ball - definitely a favorite

Nine Square

Group Meetings

Fight Knight (arm wrestling)

 Lola - Champion Arm Wrestler

Last Day at Westwood

It was our final class at Westwood. Lexi was only here for a few months, but it was enough to get her on the cheerleading team.

Mother’s Day

We had a beautiful mother's day. Lexi brought me breakfast in bed that she had made. She also gave me the plaque below that she created with her church group. We went to church in our ward. I love that the third hour is a huge brunch for the mothers. It is always nice. After that, we headed up to spend the day with Grandma and Papa. 

Last 2 Games of the Season

The Thunder played 2 games today - one at 9am and one at 11am. They beat both teams. I must say that the last set of games was phenomenal. Both teams were playing exactly like they should and it was fun to watch. Of course, it was even better to come out with the win. These girls came a long way.

First Temple Trip

Lexi went to the temple for the first time this evening. She had a wonderful experience.

Volleyball

Anne of Green Gables Play

This evening, we went to watch Anne of Green Gables, starring Ginger. Ginger did an amazing job and we enjoyed hearing it. 

First Cheer Practice

Blood Work was Normal

Lexi had bloodwork again. It came back normal. We're out of the woods.

Watching a Massive Tournament

Lexi’s team, Thunder, won their volleyball games at the Y today. Then, she went downtown with her friend, Heather, to watch a massive tournament. Their friend, Simone, plays on a club team that is ranked 6th in the nation. They watched her team easily pound another team. They also posed for a photo in the big red round window.