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It's been a busy month as we are getting into the routine of a new school year and working on our home improvements. We are re-roofing the whole house while we roof the addition, and the shingles are up there waiting for us. So exciting!

Here are two honestly candid shots from times when Hanna and Zane were watching Joziah for me. We start 'em young here! As you can see, Joziah is a pretty happy guy. As long as you feed him when he's hungry and swaddle him when he's tired, he thinks life is pretty sweet.
You can see we had a very exciting visit from Mom and Dad Jensen last weekend. . .Oh, I hope they forgive me for posting that, but it just cracks me up. Love you, Mom and Dad! And honestly, who doesn't like a nap on a Sunday afternoon?

Actually, the visit was great and they came for an important event: Kory was called as a High Councilor in our Stake, so my Dad came to ordain him a High Priest. Kory is pretty humbled, and feels too young to be a High Councilman, but I think we're not as young as we feel. He'll do a great job!

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Emmy Montez said…
Look at how thick those books those kids are reading! Joziah looks so happy, that is awesome. Congratulations Kory! (if you give congrats for callings?) He will be great at that, and I know he's busy but I know you can do it Kory.
September 20, 2010 at 3:55 PM
Marlene said…
We hope Zane had a Happy Birthday! We were thinking of him! Even though Kory doesn't think he is all that, we know better. HE is one AWESOME older brother! He will be a great High Councilman. Good luck at church Heather! You are soo SUPER MOM! Right now I am loving that my older kids are in school. Does that make me a bad Mom? I love to have them home too, but I really like my nap times! Try to make sure Kory doesn't fall off the roof and RE-reinjure his heel. And I can't believe how good your kids are at reading! Also Hooray for happy babies!
September 20, 2010 at 10:06 PM
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