WHAT A BLESSING!!!

James prepared well in advance to receive his Patriarchal blessing. He fasted and prayed so that he could be ready to hear those incredible words that would be shared with him from our Stake Patriarch. Wow--what a blessing it was. I already thought he was an incredible young man, now I know that our Heavenly Father feels the same way. James has his work cut out for him as he prepares to go on a mission in a little over a year. I know that he will be a great influence on many people as he strives to serve and be obedient in all things. He is one great one young man. Michael and I feel so blessed to have him as our son.

Kae Lee had to go driving at 6:00am this morning and she has not felt well all week. She has caught an awful cold and she has rubbed her nose until it is bright red. We strongly encouraged her to go this morning in spite of her not feeling well. We knew that if she didn't go, the other girl driving with her would lose out on her opportunity to drive today also. Kae Lee was quite nervous about going driving with someone she didn't even know. She had to drive first, in the dark, and on roads she wasn't too familiar with. She called me from school and said that she was still alive. THANK GOODNESS FOR THAT!!!! I know that this driving business is scary and nerve racking---for both of us. She is gaining confidence and doing quite well. I know that she will just get better and better as she continues to drive every day this week. Good Job Kae Lee