January activities 2016

We have had quite a bit of snow this year, especially compared to the last couple of years.  And even though our kids have still built snow caves in years past, this year was a must because of all of the snow.  So Todd took Dallin, Kyle, and Jacob to the church parking lot to build a huge snow cave.

The snow was quite heavy at the time, and as they were digging a hole and trying to build the top part of the cave, the top came crashing down.  Unfortunately, Jacob was inside at the time.  It scared Todd and the other boys for a minute because he got buried in all the snow.  Jacob was pretty freaked out too.  Luckily they were able to dig him out quickly.  It's so scary to think about being buried in the snow.  Jacob didn't really have any room to move and we're not sure if he would have been able to get himself out if he had been alone.  So scary!  I'm so grateful that he was okay.

These few pictures were taken after the snow cave collapsed.  There was still a little cave there, but most of it was gone.

They eventually just decided to build more of a fort instead....(This picture was taken on the other side.)  I think they still had a good time, but it was a little unsettling after the collapse happened.  

These next two pictures were taken of Jacob at Arcadia at the Honor Roll Assembly.  I'm so proud of him for working hard and doing his best!  

Way to go Jacob!  

The end of January was stake conference and during that week, we all went to the temple together.  The sun was in our eyes, so we're all a little "squinty,"  but I still love the fact that we are all standing in front of the temple together.  We had a great time.  (This summer when Jacob turns 12, we'll be able to take him too!)

Todd and I were invited to a seminar for Stake Presidents and their wives at Roots Tech.  We took this picture before we went into the conference in front of the Salt Lake Temple.  (It was actually in front of the "replica" of the temple because the lighting was better, but if you look carefully, you can see the real temple in the reflection.)  

A close up...

2016 has officially begun! :)