What a wonderful conference weekend we have enjoyed! We loved hearing from our prophet and apostles. The Sunday morning session was just so great, I think I have never heard a more powerful testimony than that of Elder Jeffrey Holland. I loved his talk, and have listened to it 3 times already. What a strong testimony of the Book of Mormon, Joseph Smith, and the truthfulness of the gospel, it has helped my testimony become more strong too.
All the talks were so good, and every time there was a talk on missionaries, or missionary work, we thought of you. I feel renewed after listening to such good talks, truly inspiring.
Were you able to get in the conference center for the priesthood session? Any other sessions? Let us know all about your weekend, I bet you had a good one :)
I talked with Grandpa last night, and he got the shoes. He is going to go down to Mr. Mac's and see if he can get them exchanged. I will keep you posted on that. Hopefully, we can get those replaced.
Last night the family came over and we did our "1st Annual Chili Cook Off!" It was sa fun! We had 5 different chili's, and gave out a few little prizes...shekels to the winners. The big winner was Brooke with her white bean chicken chili, then Megan with her all meat chili pie, and Mr. Mark with his 2 alarm spicy red bean chili. Actually, all the chili's were yummy. Chad made a good one, very flavorful, and Angie made one with Chipotle peppers and chocolate, a "mole" type and it was so good. Dad was the judge, he was not good!!! Could not make a decision and said next year, we need to get an impartial judge to come in! :)
I am attaching some pictures of the fun night. We had breadsticks, and I made a pumpkin sheet cake. Fun to get together, I think we will make that an annual event!
The house plans are coming along. We sure have a lot of little changes along the way. We think they will start the house sometime in November, but not sure yet. Trying to get all the pricing done, plans re-done for the kitchen, and dad is working on some things for the media room. It is time consuming, but I'm sure it will work out. I have picked out cabinets for the kitchen and bathrooms, and some counter tops for the kitchen, and island. I think we will put hard wood floors in the family room, and kitchen area. A big project to work on!
This week, I think Dad is going to jack-hammer up the kitchen floor, and replace it. We need to do that before we list this house for sale. We have picked out a new tile...large tiles I think 18X18? Anyway, they will look nice, it will be a HUGE mess to get that job done, and hopefully it will go smooth. Maybe Michael and Butch will come help, I know dad would appreciate that.
The boys are out of school this weekend, Friday and Monday. They were going to Broken Bow, but now will stay here and get the tile job done instead. Bummer! Broken Bow, and 4-lers would have been more fun. Speaking of 4-lers, I think Brooke and Chad have sold one of theirs. Michael sold his to Justin Nagle. Just didn't use them enough to keep them. We still have all of ours, guess we will keep them for now. I don't think we will get up to the cabin until Hillbilly new years, so busy with wedding, house, nativity etc. Sad!
Well that's about it for this week. I just can't wait for the conference talks to come out in the Ensign. SO Good!!! Let me know all your thoughts and feelings on the weekend.
Did you ever get a letter from the Greaser's? She asked for your address so they could write you, I bet they will, they are such a great family.
Love you lots, we pray for you to have that "missionary" spirit, and be the best you can be.
Love, Mom & Dad
Leslie Owen
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